Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
16 unit

Philadelphia Cream Cheese

softened

0.5 cup

canned pumpkin

0.5 cup

sugar

0.5 tsp

vanilla

0.5 tsp

ground cinnamon

1 dash

ground cloves

1 dash

ground nutmeg

2 unit

eggs

1 unit

graham cracker pie crust

1 cup

whipped topping

thawed

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, canned pumpkin, sugar, vanilla, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg.

Step 3
~4 min

Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended and smooth.

Step 4
~4 min

Add eggs to the mixture.

Step 5
~4 min

Beat until just blended, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6
~4 min

Pour the cream cheese mixture into the graham cracker pie crust.

Step 7
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the center is almost set.

Step 8
~4 min

Remove from oven and let cool completely.

Step 9
~4 min

Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecake to set fully.

Step 10
~4 min

Before serving, top with thawed whipped topping.

Step 11
~4 min

Slice and serve chilled.

Step 12
~4 min

Store any leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overmix the batter after adding the eggs to prevent cracking.

Let the cheesecake cool slowly to minimize cracking.

Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother batter.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled with a dollop of whipped cream.

Pair with fresh berries or a fruit compote.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cranberry sauce
Ginger snaps

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert during fall and Thanksgiving

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall gatherings

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall
Holidays

Popularity Score

70/100