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Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

Delightful Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes for Fall Celebrations

A delightful twist on traditional fall treats, these Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes combine creamy cheesecake with spiced pumpkin for a perfect dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers crushed
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar can use brown sugar
  • 5 tablespoons Butter melted, or coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese room temperature
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract for a twist
For the Pumpkin Layer
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree fresh is best if prepared correctly
  • 1/2 cup Evaporated Milk or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar or maple syrup for a unique flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg a little goes a long way
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin pan with paper liners and nonstick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter until well-blended. Press into muffin liners and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
  3. Beat room-temperature cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in eggs, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Chill for 30-40 minutes.
  4. Whisk eggs until light, then fold in pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  5. Spoon chilled cheesecake mixture onto the cooled crusts, then pour the pumpkin layer atop. Bake for 45-55 minutes until edges are set.
  6. Allow cheesecakes to cool for 30 minutes at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cheesecakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 140mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. You can customize with toppings such as whipped cream or cinnamon.

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