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Pumpkin Cheesecake Gingersnap Crust

Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust Delight

Indulge in this creamy pumpkin cheesecake with a gingersnap crust, a perfect autumn dessert that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted; can use vegan substitute for dairy-free option.
  • 1 1/2 cups Gingersnap Cookie Crumbs Can substitute with graham cracker crumbs mixed with cinnamon.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Standard table salt for best results.
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat for richer texture.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Use plant-based alternative for dairy-free.
  • 15 oz Pumpkin Puree Do not substitute with pumpkin pie filling.
  • 3 large Eggs Use at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Spices Can use pumpkin pie spice blend.

Equipment

  • 25 cm springform pan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • roasting pan
  • kettle

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 163°C (325°F) and prepare a 25 cm springform pan by greasing it.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, gingersnap cookie crumbs, sugar, and salt. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Wrap the pan in aluminum foil. Place it in a larger roasting pan and add boiling water to the roasting pan.
  4. Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar and sour cream, then add pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla, and spices.
  5. Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 1 hour and 45 minutes, leaving the door ajar for cooling.
  6. Remove the cheesecake and cool at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
  7. Serve at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or toasted pecans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Chill overnight for best flavor and texture. Use a warm knife for clean slicing.

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