Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form an even layer.
- In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until everything is well blended.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
Baking
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an hour. This helps prevent cracks.
- Let it cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight if possible).
- Top with whipped cream before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
Notes
For a creative twist, consider using gluten-free graham crackers, adding a hint of peppermint extract for the holidays, or marbling in chocolate or caramel sauce into the filling. Cheesecakes often taste better the day after they’re made.
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