Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- Using a non-stick spray, coat a 7x3 inch springform pan.
- In a food processor, pulse your pecans until very fine and transfer to a small bowl.
- Add graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, mixing until coated.
- Pour the mixture into the springform pan, spreading evenly across the bottom, and press down to form the crust.
- Place the pan in the freezer for 25 minutes.
- While crust is freezing, beat softened cream cheese and sugars in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Add remaining ingredients: eggs, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, vanilla, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Beat until combined.
- Remove springform pan from freezer and pre-fit with a foil lid, loose at the top.
- Pour the filling into the crust, leaving about ΒΌ inch at the top, then cover with foil.
- Add 1.5 cups of water to the Instant Pot, place the trivet inside, and set the pan on top.
- Secure the lid and cook using manual mode for 40 minutes, then allow natural release for 25 minutes.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours or overnight before removing from the pan.
- Serve topped with whipped cream and optional caramel or chocolate drizzle.
Notes
This cheesecake combines seasonal pumpkin flavor with a crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for autumn celebrations.
