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pumpkin cheesecake

A rich and creamy pumpkin cheesecake perfect for fall gatherings, made with a graham cracker crust and topped with whipped cream.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 0.75 cup pecans
  • 0.75 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 10 ounces cream cheese
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Using a non-stick spray, coat a 7x3 inch springform pan.
  2. In a food processor, pulse your pecans until very fine and transfer to a small bowl.
  3. Add graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon, mixing until coated.
  4. Pour the mixture into the springform pan, spreading evenly across the bottom, and press down to form the crust.
  5. Place the pan in the freezer for 25 minutes.
  6. While crust is freezing, beat softened cream cheese and sugars in a medium bowl until smooth.
  7. Add remaining ingredients: eggs, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, vanilla, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Beat until combined.
  8. Remove springform pan from freezer and pre-fit with a foil lid, loose at the top.
  9. Pour the filling into the crust, leaving about ΒΌ inch at the top, then cover with foil.
  10. Add 1.5 cups of water to the Instant Pot, place the trivet inside, and set the pan on top.
  11. Secure the lid and cook using manual mode for 40 minutes, then allow natural release for 25 minutes.
  12. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours or overnight before removing from the pan.
  13. 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.