Description

This No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake is the ultimate easy dessert for fall—rich, creamy, and bursting with warm spices. Made with real pumpkin puree and whipped cream for an airy texture, it’s layered over a spiced graham cracker crust and finished with caramel drizzle and whipped cream. Perfect for holidays, dinner ideas, or quick make-ahead desserts, this easy recipe is a must-try for your seasonal food ideas list. Whether you’re after a festive Thanksgiving treat or an elegant no-bake cheesecake for entertaining, this dessert ticks every box.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

16 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup canned pumpkin puree

1 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, cold

1/4 cup granulated sugar

Whipped cream, for topping

Caramel sauce, for drizzle

Optional crushed graham crackers or chopped pecans, for garnish

Instructions

1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and chill.

2. Whip the cold heavy cream and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt. Beat until fluffy.

4. Gently fold whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture in three additions until smooth and airy.

5. Spread filling over the crust and smooth the top.

6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.

7. Remove from pan, top with whipped cream, caramel, and optional toppings. Slice and serve.

Notes

Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps.

Chill the cheesecake overnight for best firmness and flavor development.

Fold the whipped cream gently to maintain the cheesecake’s light and fluffy texture.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 430
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 90mg

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