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    Home » Recipes » Desserts » Cake » Easy Pumpkin Cheesecake

    Last updated: Jul 1, 2021 by Melissa Riker · 16 Comments

    Easy Pumpkin Cheesecake

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    Pumpkin Cheesecake is a mix between a creamy cheesecake and pumpkin pie! Best of all you can make it with just a few simple ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time!

    close up of pumpkin cheesecake with whipped cream

    In case you hadn't noticed from my Pumpkin Creamer, Pumpkin Muffins, or Cream Cheese Swirled Pumpkin Bread, we're a bit obsessed with this autumn staple!

    So when I was looking through old blog posts to update with new photos and saw this Pumpkin Cheesecake I posted a whopping 7 years ago, I had a great excuse to enjoy it again!

    Why I love this recipe

    • pumpkin pie + cheesecake = heaven
    • it's so easy to make I whip mine up in a blender (affiliate link)!
    • using a pre-made graham cracker crust makes it super fast
    • it is perfectly spiced and perfectly creamy

    Ingredients

    • cream cheese
    • pumpkin pureé
    • sugar
    • flour
    • salt
    • vanilla extract
    • pumpkin pie spice
    • eggs
    pumpkin cheesecake ingredients

    Step by step

    I use a blender (affiliate link) to whip up the pumpkin pie filling but you can easily use a mixer or food processor as well. Just make sure the filling is smooth with no lumps whichever method you use.

    First you'll preheat the oven and prep the crust on a baking sheet, You will also fill a baking dish half full of water and place it on the bottom rack of the oven, this prevents the cheesecake from drying out as it cooks.

    • blender with cream cheese whipped inside
    • blender with pumpkin cheesecake filling

    Now it's time for the filling! Whip together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Then you'll add the pumpkin, spices, vanilla, and flour followed by the eggs one at a time.

    Be sure to scrape down the sides of the blender (affiliate link) or mixing bowl often to get all that yummy goodness in the filling!

    pumpkin cheesecake filling pouring into crust

    Then pour the filling into the crust, smooth it out and pop it in the oven!

    This recipe is a little different than my other cheesecakes in that we cook it for 45 minutes then turn the oven off, leaving it in the oven to continue to cook as it cools.

    After 1.5 hours you'll refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

    Tips for making cheesecake

    • Let cream cheese soften to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps
    • Do not over mix the filling, mix until just blended to avoid air bubbles that will cause cracks.
    • Don’t omit the baking pan with hot water under the cheesecake, this is a very important step to prevent cracking as it keeps the cake moist while it cooks.
    • If the cheesecake still cracks simply cover with whipped cream! 😉

    FAQs

    Can I use a homemade crust?

    Yes, you can 100% make this with a homemade crust and it will still be amazing. I would use the crust I use in my Apple Crisp Cheesecake because it is fall-spiced!

    Can I make this ahead of time?

    Make this up to 3 days ahead of time and keep covered in the refrigerator.

    Can I freeze pumpkin cheesecake?

    Wrap well and place in a freezer-safe container to freeze up to one month. To thaw simple place in the refrigerator overnight.

    If you try this recipe, please comment and rate it below, I love hearing from you!

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    close up of pumpkin cheesecake with whipped cream

    Pumpkin Cheesecake

    ★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
    • Author: Melissa Riker
    • Prep Time: 15 mins
    • Cook Time: 45 mins
    • Total Time: 6.5 hours
    • Yield: 8
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: American
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    Description

    Pumpkin Cheesecake is a mix between a creamy cheesecake and pumpkin pie! Best of all you can make it with just a few simple ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time!


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • premade graham cracker crust-1 deep dish or 2 regular
    • (2) 8 oz packages of Philadelphia cream cheese
    • ¾ cup sugar
    • 1 ½ tbsp flour
    • ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
    • 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
    • ½ tbsp vanilla extract
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • 2 eggs

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    2. In a mixer, blender, or food processor combine cream cheese and sugar at low speed until smooth, scarping the sides as needed.
    3. Add pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, flour and salt.
    4. Mix until well blended, scraping sides as needed.
    5. Add eggs one at a time.
    6. Add filling to pie crust, smoothing top with a spatula.
    7. Bake 45 minutes.
    8. Turn oven off and let cheesecake sit in oven an additional 1.5 hours without opening the oven.
    9. Transfer to the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until firm.
    10. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

    Notes

    • Let cream cheese soften to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps
    • Do not over mix the filling, mix until just blended to avoid air bubbles that will cause cracks.
    • Don’t omit the baking pan with hot water under the cheesecake, this is a very important step to prevent cracking as it keeps the cake moist while it cooks.
    • If the cheesecake still cracks simply cover with whipped cream!

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    pumpkin cheesecake on white plate

    This recipe was originally shared in October of 2013 and updated with additional information and new photos in September 2020.

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    Comments

    1. Ben bagel says

      October 20, 2019 at 5:32 pm

      I have not made it yet
      was wondering if longer mix time will improve the cake?

      Reply
    2. Melissa says

      August 02, 2019 at 9:21 pm

      delicious!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Jamie says

      October 08, 2013 at 1:00 am

      This looks delish, Melissa! Great job 😉
      Hugs,
      Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com

      Reply
    4. Lauren @ The Thinking Closet says

      October 07, 2013 at 2:33 pm

      Pumpkin + cheesecake = I'm in heaven!

      Reply
    5. Angela says

      October 05, 2013 at 5:49 pm

      I just made this with my five-year old daughter. Two issues so far (It is still in the oven.): it states 1 1/2 tbs flour in the list of ingredients, but not in the directions. (Did I miss it?) I only realized this after putting it in the oven. The second issue is that this recipe should state a deep pie crust as I have quite a bit of filling left over and filled it to the absolute top. If I'd had another regular pie crust on hand I would have just made two instead. I'm hoping it turns out! We will see in about 6 1/2 hours.

      Reply
      • Melissa Riker says

        October 05, 2013 at 7:36 pm

        Oh my Angela, I'm so sorry I'll go in and edit the recipe right away!!

        Reply
        • Angela says

          October 06, 2013 at 11:01 am

          Awe, thanks! It was delicious...we all are some for breakfast, ha! We just couldn't wait until lunch.

          Reply
    6. Dina@TheEverydayContessa says

      October 05, 2013 at 1:00 am

      I love cheesecake and I love pumpkins so this is perfect and an easy recipe! Thanks for sharing! I am a new follower for sure.

      Reply
    7. Maria says

      October 04, 2013 at 8:54 pm

      Your cheesecake looks so delicious!!!! I've been making so many pumpkin recipes this year, but haven't made any cheesecake yet! I'll have to make some soon too!!! This looks so good!!!

      Reply
      • Melissa Riker says

        October 04, 2013 at 9:51 pm

        I love anything pumpkin too Maria! I'm about to make a pumpkin pasta dish I'll be posting next week!

        Reply
    8. Vanessa says

      October 02, 2013 at 12:45 pm

      Oh yum. My husband is a huge fan of pumpkin cheesecake!

      Reply
    9. Emily @ Two Purple Couches says

      October 01, 2013 at 11:07 pm

      Mmmm pumpkin cheesecake! And this recipe definitely sounds easy! Now to find a springform pan...

      Reply
    10. Jessi @ Practically Functional says

      October 01, 2013 at 7:55 pm

      Yum, looks delicious! Definitely pinning this!

      Reply
      • Melissa Riker says

        October 03, 2013 at 7:36 am

        Thanks Jessi!

        Reply
    11. Amanda says

      October 01, 2013 at 8:36 am

      Looks SO yummy!!! Thanks for the recipe 🙂

      Reply
      • Melissa Riker says

        October 03, 2013 at 7:35 am

        You're welcome!! We just finished our last slice yesterday!

        Reply

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