Cheaters Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Recipe

Satisfy your pumpkin pie and cheesecake cravings with this unbelievably easy, ridiculously delicious cheat! This recipe, adapted from the Cake Mix Doctor cookbook, uses a cake mix as a secret ingredient, creating a creamy, spiced cheesecake in a fraction of the time. Get ready for rave reviews – no one will guess your secret! (Refrigeration time: 1-24 hours for best flavor)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 67 mins
Calories 468.3 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Cheaters Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake

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How to Make Cheaters Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pumpkin puree, cream cheese (softened), eggs, and pumpkin pie spice. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour batter into the prepared springform pan.
  4. Bake for 67 minutes, or until the center is just set. A slight wobble is okay.
  5. Let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan before refrigerating for at least 1 hour, or preferably up to 24 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Once chilled, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

167g

Fat

68g

Carbs

17g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cheaters Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake?

Cheaters Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake takes about 82 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 67 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cheaters Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake?

Cheaters Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake has approximately 468.3 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 38 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cheaters Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake?

The key ingredients for Cheaters Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake are Spice Cake Mix, Butter, Eggs, Cream Cheese, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Canned Pumpkin. See the full list with measurements above.

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