Description
Creamy pumpkin pie cheesecake cups blend autumn’s warmth with silky dessert indulgence. Delicate layers of spiced pumpkin and smooth cream cheese create a portable seasonal treat perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons (75 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) granulated sugar
Spices and Topping Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare a warm oven environment at 325F (163C) to create the perfect baking atmosphere.
- Craft a buttery foundation by blending graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter until achieving a sandy texture. Gently press this mixture into individual dessert cups, covering the bottom approximately 1/4 inch deep.
- Transform the crust to a golden hue by baking on a sheet for 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool and stabilize.
- Create a velvety cheesecake mixture by whipping cream cheese until silky. Gradually incorporate sugar and pumpkin puree, ensuring complete integration. Introduce eggs individually, then fold in vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until achieving a uniform, smooth consistency.
- Delicately pour the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the cooled crusts, filling cups approximately 3/4 full to prevent overflow.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for set edges with a subtle center jiggle. Remove from heat and allow natural cooling at room temperature.
- Enhance flavor development by refrigerating for minimum 4 hours, preferably overnight, enabling complete texture refinement.
- Moments before serving, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft, billowy peaks emerge.
- Garnish each dessert cup with a luxurious cloud of whipped cream, creating an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Customize graham cracker crust by swapping with gluten-free cookies or crushed nuts for alternative dietary needs.
- Prevent cheesecake cracks by avoiding overmixing and gently incorporating eggs at room temperature.
- Use parchment paper liners in cups for easier removal and cleaner presentation of individual desserts.
- Elevate flavor by adding a light sprinkle of cinnamon or caramel drizzle on top of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg