Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Combine 1 1/2 cups of crushed graham crackers, 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then cool.
- In a large bowl, beat 24 ounces of softened cream cheese until smooth. Add 3/4 cup granulated sugar and beat until creamy. Blend in 1 cup pumpkin puree, 3 eggs one at a time, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
- In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt. Cut in 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the cheesecake filling.
- Bake the cheesecake at 325°F for 55-65 minutes or until the center is just set. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition
Notes
Feel free to customize the cheesecake by adding maple syrup or using sweet potato puree instead of pumpkin. Experiment with different nuts in the streusel for a unique twist.
