Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1.5 cup

pecans

ground

1.5 cup

graham cracker crumbs

fine

1 cup

ginger snaps

ground

0.38 cup

unsalted butter

melted

1 lb

cream cheese

softened

1 cup

sugar

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

0.5 tsp

nutmeg

15 ounce

pumpkin pie filling

2 unit

eggs

2 unit

egg yolks

1 ounce

dark rum

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350F and set rack to mid-level.

Step 2
~4 min

Use a food processor to finely chop pecans, graham crackers, and ginger snap cookies.

Step 3
~4 min

Combine the chopped ingredients in a bowl.

Step 4
~4 min

Add melted butter to the mixture.

Step 5
~4 min

Gently fold the butter into the dry ingredients with a fork until evenly absorbed and a crumbly mixture forms.

Step 6
~4 min

Butter a 9 inch springform pan.

Step 7
~4 min

Press the crumb mixture over the bottom of the pan and slightly up the sides to form the crust.

Step 8
~4 min

Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.

Step 9
~4 min

Lower the oven temperature to 325F.

Step 10
~4 min

Allow the crust to cool completely.

Step 11
~4 min

In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until light and fluffy using a mixer on medium speed.

Step 12
~4 min

Add sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin pie mix to the cream cheese.

Step 13
~4 min

Beat until well combined, scraping the bowl and beaters often to ensure good consistency.

Step 14
~4 min

Add dark rum, eggs, and egg yolks to the mixture.

Step 15
~4 min

Again, scrape the bowl often while beating to ensure a smooth batter.

Step 16
~4 min

Wrap the springform pan tightly with tinfoil, ensuring it is watertight.

Step 17
~4 min

Scrape the cheesecake batter into the prepared pan.

Step 18
~4 min

Place the springform pan into a larger pan.

Step 19
~4 min

Add approximately 1/2 to 3/4 inch of warm water to the outer pan, creating a water bath.

Key Technique: Water Bath
Step 20
~4 min

Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the cheesecake is slightly firm in the middle.

Step 21
~4 min

Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.

Step 22
~4 min

Once cooled, place the cheesecake in the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours.

Step 23
~4 min

To serve, carefully release the cheesecake from the pan edges and remove the springform.

Step 24
~4 min

Place the cheesecake on a serving tray and slice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.

Don't overbake; the cheesecake should still have a slight wobble in the center.

Chill thoroughly for best flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Pair with coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cranberry sauce
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert during Thanksgiving and the fall season

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall gatherings

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall
Holidays

Popularity Score

80/100