No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake with Graham Cracker Crust
An easy, creamy no-bake cheesecake with pumpkin puree and a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for fall.
- Prep20 min
- Total8h 20m
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings8
This no-bake pumpkin cheesecake is a fuss-free dessert that combines the warm spices of pumpkin pie with the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake. The homemade graham cracker crust adds a buttery crunch, while the filling is light and airy thanks to whipped cream folded in at the end.
Perfect for holidays or any time you crave pumpkin, this cheesecake sets in the fridge overnight, so you can make it ahead. Serve it chilled with extra whipped cream for a delightful treat that requires no oven time.
Ingredients
Servings
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- Line the base of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Place the open exterior ring around the base and close it so the parchment is sealed in the ring. Trim the excess from around the outside.
- In a food processor, combine all crust ingredients and blitz 2-3 times until crumbs are all moistened.
- Press the crumbs into the springform pan and up the sides about ¼-inch in thickness. Press the mixture along the base, thinning out the corners. Freeze the crust while you prepare the filling.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a handheld electric mixer on med-high speed until light and fluffy. Add ½ cup sugar, pumpkin puree, salt and cinnamon. Whip until smooth and there are no chunks of cream cheese. Beat on low until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream to soft peaks on medium speed. Add remaining ¼ cup granulated sugar and beat to stiff peaks.
- Fold whipped cream into cheese and pumpkin mixture gently so that you deflate as little of the air as possible.
- Remove the crust from the freezer. Scrape the pumpkin mixture into the crust and level.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to set. Remove from the springform pan and serve with whipped cream, if desired.
💡 Tips
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- For a cleaner slice, dip a knife in hot water before cutting.
- You can use store-bought graham cracker crumbs to save time.
Inspired by a recipe from FeelGoodFoodie