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No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

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This no-bake pumpkin cheesecake recipe combines smooth pumpkin puree with warm fall spices and a buttery graham cracker crust. The creamy, spiced filling makes it the perfect easy dessert for Thanksgiving, Halloween, or any autumn gathering, all without needing the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup sugar (for crust)
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Chill for 30 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Mix until well combined.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture.
  • Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  • Serve chilled and garnish with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

Notes

  • For a stronger pumpkin flavor, add a bit more pumpkin puree, but be sure to balance the texture with more whipped cream.
  • You can make this recipe up to 2 days in advance and keep it refrigerated.
  • Top with crushed pecans or caramel sauce for extra flavor.

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