🎃✨ Introducing the luscious and decadent “Pumpkin Cheesecake II” – a delightful creation that seamlessly blends the rich flavors of cream cheese and pumpkin into a heavenly dessert that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds! 🍰🍂
🕒 Total Time:
- Preparation: Less than 15 minutes
- Cooking: Approximately 1 hour
- Chilling: Several hours or overnight
🍽 Servings: 16
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup margarine
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups solid pack pumpkin
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
For the Topping:
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 389.8
- Fat: 26.3g
- Saturated Fat: 14.8g
- Cholesterol: 98.3mg
- Sodium: 252.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 34.8g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Sugar: 28.2g
- Protein: 5.3g
Instructions:
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Crust Preparation:
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, margarine, and sugar in a medium bowl.
- Press the mixture onto the bottom and 1 inch up the side of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 6-8 minutes, ensuring not to let it brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
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Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixer bowl, beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs, pumpkin, and evaporated milk.
- Add cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Beat the mixture well.
- Pour the delightful filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 55-60 minutes until the edges are set, but the center still has a slight jiggle.
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Topping Elegance:
- In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract for the topping.
- Spread this luscious mixture over the surface of the warm cheesecake.
- Bake for an additional 5 minutes to achieve the perfect topping texture.
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Cooling and Chilling:
- Allow the masterpiece to cool on a wire rack.
- Chill the cheesecake for several hours or, for optimal results, overnight.
- Before serving, gracefully remove the side of the springform pan.
🎉 Voila! Your Pumpkin Cheesecake II is ready to steal the spotlight at any gathering. With its velvety texture, harmonious blend of spices, and luxurious creaminess, this dessert is an absolute showstopper that promises to leave everyone craving more. Share the joy by following this recipe from lovewithrecipes.com and create unforgettable moments with every delectable bite! 🌟🍴
