Description

This Pumpkin Streusel Cheesecake is the ultimate autumn indulgence. Combining the best of two desserts, it features a silky pumpkin-spiced cheesecake filling, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a crumbly cinnamon streusel topping. Perfect for fall holidays or cozy evenings, it’s the kind of easy recipe that still manages to impress. Whether you’re looking for dessert ideas for Thanksgiving, a unique fall treat, or quick holiday food ideas that don’t compromise on flavor—this cheesecake is your new go-to. It’s rich, creamy, full of spice, and perfect for any dessert lover who wants a twist on a classic.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

¼ cup brown sugar

½ teaspoon cinnamon

6 tablespoons butter, melted

24 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup brown sugar

1 cup pumpkin puree

¾ cup sour cream

3 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon pumpkin spice

¾ cup all-purpose flour

⅓ cup brown sugar (for streusel)

1 teaspoon cinnamon (for streusel)

6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed (for streusel)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.

2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8 minutes. Cool slightly.

3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add both sugars and mix until combined.

4. Add pumpkin puree, sour cream, vanilla, and pumpkin spice. Mix well.

5. Add eggs one at a time, beating gently after each addition. Pour mixture over the crust.

6. In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cubed butter for the streusel until crumbly. Sprinkle over the cheesecake batter.

7. Bake 60–70 minutes until the center is just set. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate overnight.

8. Slice and serve with whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon sugar.

Notes

Chill overnight for the cleanest slices and best flavor.

Swap graham crackers with gingersnaps for a spicier crust.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 70 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 29g
Sodium: 340mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: pumpkin cheesecake, fall dessert, streusel cheesecake