Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of Pumpkin Streusel Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that combines creamy pumpkin filling with a crunchy streusel topping. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, this cheesecake captures the essence of autumn in every bite. Whether for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat at home, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually mix in granulated and brown sugar until lump-free.
- Add pumpkin puree, eggs (one at a time), cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla; mix until just combined.
- Pour filling over crust; bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly set in the center.
- For streusel topping, combine flour, chopped nuts (if using), brown sugar, cinnamon, and cold butter until crumbly; sprinkle on cheesecake immediately after baking.
- Cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight. Slice and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg