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Cheesecake with Pumpkin Swirl

Creamy Cheesecake with Pumpkin Swirl Perfect for Fall Feasts

This Cheesecake with Pumpkin Swirl is a crowd-pleaser dessert, perfect for fall gatherings with its rich flavor and make-ahead convenience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs can swap with finely crushed digestive biscuits
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar for crust
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted
For the Filling
  • 24 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar for filling
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 4 large Large Eggs
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree plain
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream
  • 1/4 cup Caramel Drizzle
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Pecans or Walnuts

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir in melted unsalted butter.
  3. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of the springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Beat softened cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Blend in sour cream until smooth.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, flour, and brown sugar.
  7. Spoon 1 cup of cream cheese filling into pumpkin mixture; gently mix. Pour remaining cream cheese filling into crust, then dollop pumpkin mixture on top and swirl.
  8. Place the springform pan in a baking sheet and pour hot water into the sheet until halfway up the sides.
  9. Bake for 55-65 minutes until the center is set but jiggles slightly. Let cool in the oven for 1 hour.
  10. Cool the cheesecake to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  11. Top with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and crushed nuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for best results. This recipe is make-ahead friendly for enhanced flavors.

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