Classic Pumpkin Cheesecake

Съставки

• Graham cracker crumbs1.5 cups
• Granulated sugar0.25 cup
• Ground cinnamon1 tsp
• Ground nutmeg0.5 tsp
• Unsalted butter, melted6 tbsp
• Cream cheese, softened32 oz
• Granulated sugar1.5 cups
• Large eggs4
• Pumpkin puree15 oz
• Heavy cream0.5 cup
• Vanilla extract1 tsp
• Ground ginger0.5 tsp
• Ground cloves0.25 tsp
• Salt0.25 tsp

Стъпки

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir in melted butter until combined. Press mixture onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.

3. 3

   Bake crust for 10 minutes. Let cool.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1.5 cups sugar until smooth.

5. 5

   Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

6. 6

   Stir in pumpkin puree, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ginger, cloves, and salt until just combined.

7. 7

   Pour filling over cooled crust.

8. 8

   Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is almost set. Turn off oven, crack the door open, and let cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.

9. 9

   Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.

10. 10

    Serve chilled.