Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie 🎃🍰🥧 Two Classic Desserts Swirled Into One Creamy, Spiced Showstopper

This dessert layers smooth vanilla cheesecake with silky pumpkin custard, so every forkful has both rich tang and cozy spice. It’s a stunning alternative to classic pumpkin pie and an ideal make-ahead holiday centerpiece.

Ingredients (Makes 1 standard 9-inch pie)

For the crust

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or gingersnap crumbs for extra spice)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the cheesecake layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the pumpkin layer

  • 1 cup pure pumpkin purée
  • ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup heavy cream or evaporated milk

To serve

  • Whipped cream
  • Cinnamon or nutmeg for dusting

Instructions

Step 1: Make the crust

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
  • Press into a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.

Step 2: Make the cheesecake layer

  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add sugar, egg, and vanilla; beat until creamy.
  • Spread evenly over the prepared crust.

Step 3: Make the pumpkin layer

  • In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin, brown sugar, egg, spices, salt, and cream until smooth.
  • Gently spoon over the cheesecake layer and spread evenly.

Step 4: Bake

  • Bake 40–45 minutes, until the center is just set.
  • Cool completely, then chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 5: Serve

  • Slice and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.

Flavor Variations

  • Add a chocolate ganache drizzle before serving for a richer twist
  • Use a gingersnap crust for extra spice
  • Add a splash of bourbon to the pumpkin layer for depth
  • Swirl the cheesecake and pumpkin layers for a marbled look

Pro Tips

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for the smoothest filling
  • Don’t overbake — the pie will firm up as it cools
  • Chill thoroughly before slicing for clean layers
  • Store in the fridge, covered, for up to 4 days

Final Thoughts

Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie is a fall dessert masterpiece, blending the tang of cheesecake with the warmth of pumpkin spice in every slice. It’s rich yet balanced, familiar yet elevated — perfect for holiday tables or anytime you want to impress.

Layer it. Chill it. Slice into pure autumn comfort. 🎃🍰🥧

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