Pumpkin Patch Cheesecake – Adorable Fall Dessert Idea
Pumpkin Patch Cheesecake is a delightful fall dessert that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. This creamy cheesecake features rich pumpkin flavors and warm spices, all resting on a buttery graham cracker crust. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, this adorable treat is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then eggs one at a time. Mix in pumpkin puree, sour cream, vanilla extract, and pumpkin spice until combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool in the oven with the door ajar for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg