Decadent Paula Deen Cheesecake Recipe You’ll Love

Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with this scrumptious recipe for Paula Deen’s Pumpkin Cheesecake. This creamy dessert combines the rich taste of pumpkin with a buttery crust, creating a heavenly treat perfect for any gathering or celebration. Let’s dive right into how you can make this delectable cheesecake at home!

Paula Deen Pumpkin Cheesecake

This pumpkin cheesecake is not just a dessert; it’s an experience! With a velvety texture and aromatic spices, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Just imagine the sweet smell wafting through your kitchen as it bakes. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

1 ¾ cups graham cracker crumbs
¾ cup sugar, divided
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup of sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are well coated.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with the remaining sugar until smooth and creamy. Make sure there are no lumps!
Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Beat on low speed until everything is well combined.
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour to cool slowly.
After cooling, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.

Serve chilled, and if desired, top it off with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for the perfect finishing touch. Enjoy this delightful dessert that embodies the flavors of fall!