Grandma's Old Fashioned Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Grandma's Old Fashioned Pumpkin Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs; 1/2 cup ground pecans; 2 tbsp white sugar; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1/4 cup butter; 3/4 cup white sugar; 3/4 cup canned pumpkin; 3 egg yolks; 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp ground mace; 1/2 tsp ground ginger; 1/4 tsp ground salt; 3 (8oz pkgs) cream cheese; 3/8 cup white sugar; 1 egg; 1 egg yolk; 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp lemon extract; 1 For the Whipping Cream you need; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 3 tbsp confectioners sugar; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Servings: persons

3/4 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
1/2 cup ground pecans
2 tbsp white sugar
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/4 cup butter
3/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
3 egg yolks
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground mace
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground salt
3 (8oz pkgs) cream cheese
3/8 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 egg yolk
2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp lemon extract
1 For the Whipping Cream you need
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tbsp confectioners sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1
Preheat oven to 350F F(175 degrees C).
2
Combine the graham cracker crumbs, ground pecans, 2 tablespoons white sugar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and the melted butter or margarine and mix well.
3
Firmly press mixture into one 9 in.
4
springform pan
5
Combine 3/4 cup of the white sugar, the pumpkin, 3 egg yolks, ground cinnamon, ground mace, ground ginger, and salt in a medium bowl.
6
Mix well and set aside.
7
Beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until light and fluffy; gradually add 1/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons white sugar and mix well.
8
Add the whole egg, remaining egg yolk and the whipping cream beating well.
9
Add cornstarch and vanilla and lemon flavorings, beat batter until smooth.
10
Add pumpkin mixture and mix well, Pour batter into the prepared pan.
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Bake at 350F F(175 degrees C) for 50 to 55 minutes.
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Do not over bake.
13
Center may be soft but it will firm up when chilled.
14
Let cheesecake cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate.
15
Directions For Whipping Cream : In a chilled small bowl and with chilled beaters, beat cream until it begins to thicken.
16
Add confectioners sugar and vanilla, beat until peaks form.
17
Store in the refrigerator.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs, 1/2 cup ground pecans, 2 tbsp white sugar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Grandma's Old Fashioned Pumpkin Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Grandma's Old Fashioned Pumpkin Cheesecake

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Variations & substitutions

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