Pumpkin Cheesecake In A Pecan Crust Recipe

Upgrade your Thanksgiving dessert with this irresistible Pumpkin Cheesecake in a Pecan Crust! Inspired by a Bon Appetit classic (November 1996), this recipe replaces traditional pumpkin pie with a creamy, spiced pumpkin cheesecake baked in a buttery pecan crust. Feel free to experiment with your favorite cookie crumbs for the crust – we loved Keebler Cashew Shortbread Sandies this year!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 775.3 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Cheesecake In A Pecan Crust

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How to Make Pumpkin Cheesecake In A Pecan Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups pecan halves, 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) unsalted butter, melted. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
  3. Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese until smooth. Beat in ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon ground cloves, and ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
  4. Pour the cheesecake batter into the cooled crust. Place the springform pan in a larger roasting pan. Pour enough hot water into the larger pan to come halfway up the sides of the springform pan (this creates a water bath for even baking).
  5. Bake for 75-80 minutes, or until the center is just set. Let cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  6. Once chilled, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan and serve. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pecan halves, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

123g

Fat

128g

Carbs

21g