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A Star Stunning Pumpkin Cheesecake

I share this recipe as it makes me smile for my own traditions. It is a unique spin on Pumpkin Pie, not to mention it taste fabulous. 
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Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan

Ingredients
  

For The Crust

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted

For the Filling

  • 1/4 oz unflavored gelatin
  • 8 oz cream cheese at room temperature
  • 15 oz pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions
 

For The Crust

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter.
  • Transfer to a 9-inch springform pan. Using a straight-sided dry measuring cup, press the mixture into the bottom and 2 inches up the sides of the pan.
  • Bake until set, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool.

For The Filling

  • Sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup boiling water. Let stand, stirring occasionally, until dissolved, about 5 minutes.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Mix in the pumpkin, sour cream, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla.
  • Mix in the gelatin mixture until incorporated.
  • Pour the mixture into the crust and refrigerate, covered, until firm, at least 2 hours and up to 2 days. 
Keyword Thanksgiving