Pumpkin and cheesecake are two delicious flavors that blend together beautifully in this Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie. This creamy, spiced dessert offers a delightful twist on the traditional pumpkin pie, combining the rich tang of cheesecake with the warm flavors of fall spices. It’s an elegant yet easy-to-make dessert, perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering.
What makes this Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie stand out is the two-layer filling: a smooth layer of cheesecake on the bottom, topped with a luscious pumpkin filling. The buttery graham cracker crust ties everything together, making each bite a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
Chilling Time: 3 hours or overnight
Serving: 8 servings
Equipment: 9-inch pie pan, mixing bowl, electric mixer
Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie Recipe
You Will Need:
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1 (9-inch) prepared graham cracker crust
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch ground cloves
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until smooth.
- Blend in the eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Remove 1 cup of the batter and spread it evenly into the bottom of the prepared graham cracker crust. Set this aside.
- Add the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg to the remaining batter. Stir gently until the pumpkin mixture is well blended.
- Carefully spread the pumpkin mixture over the plain cheesecake batter in the crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is almost set.
- Allow the pie to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to fully set.
- Before serving, spread a layer of thawed whipped topping over the top of the pie.
This Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie is a delightful way to bring together the flavors of the season in a creamy, decadent dessert. Serve it chilled, and enjoy the rich combination of pumpkin spice and smooth cheesecake with every bite!