Best 12 Caramel Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of sweet pumpkin and velvety caramel with our comprehensive guide to creating the ultimate Caramel Pumpkin Cheesecake. This decadent dessert combines the richness of pumpkin with the buttery smoothness of caramel, resulting in a masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a culinary novice, our carefully curated selection of recipes will guide you through the process of crafting this delectable confection, ensuring a stunning presentation and an unforgettable taste experience.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN GINGERSNAP CHEESECAKE WITH SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE



Pumpkin Gingersnap Cheesecake with Salted Caramel Sauce image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 6h45m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

12 ounces gingersnaps
1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
Dash of kosher salt
Three 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
One 15-ounce can pumpkin puree
3 large eggs, at room temperature
1/4 cup sour cream, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) salted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Whipped cream, for serving
Chopped pecans, for serving

Steps:

  • For the pumpkin gingersnap cheesecake: In a food processor or blender, grind the gingersnaps until fine. Pour into a bowl and stir in the pecans, melted butter, brown sugar and salt. Press into the bottom and sides of a 10-inch springform pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • To make the filling, beat the cream cheese in a stand mixer until soft, scraping the sides once. Mix in the pumpkin, scraping the sides once or twice. Add the eggs 1 at a time, allowing them to mix in, then add the sour cream and mix. With the mixer on low, add the granulated sugar, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg. Thoroughly scrape the bowl and mix to ensure everything is smooth and mixed in.
  • Pour the filling into the pan, smoothing the top. Set the pan on a baking sheet and bake until the filling is no longer soupy but still slightly jiggly, about 50 minutes. Turn off the oven, open the door just a hair and let the cheesecake sit in the oven for 15 more minutes. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for 30 minutes, then cover it with plastic wrap and put it in the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • For the salted caramel sauce: Mix the brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, vanilla and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-low to medium heat. Cook, while whisking gently, until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool, then refrigerate until needed. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Slice the cheesecake and top with the salted caramel sauce, whipped cream and chopped pecans.

SPICED PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE WITH CARAMEL-BOURBON SAUCE



Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake with Caramel-Bourbon Sauce image

Categories     Bourbon     Cheese     Nut     Bake     Thanksgiving     Cream Cheese     Pecan     Spice     Pumpkin     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

Crust:
1 1/2 cups pecans, toasted, cooled
3 tablespoons golden brown sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Filling:
3 8-ounce packages cream cheese
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
4 large eggs
1 15-ounce can pure pumpkin
1/2 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Large pinch of salt
Sauce:
1 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
1/2 cup whipping cream
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 to 4 tablespoons bourbon
1 1/2 cups pecans, toasted, cooled

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 9-inch springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides. Grind first 4 ingredients in processor until nut mixture sticks together. Press evenly onto bottom of pan. Bake crust until golden, about 15 minutes. Cool completely. Wrap outside of pan in triple layer of heavy-duty foil.
  • For filling:
  • Using mixer, beat cream cheese, sugar, and lemon peel in large bowl until smooth. Beat in eggs 1 at a time, then pumpkin, yogurt, flour, vanilla, spices, and salt. Pour into pan.
  • Set springform pan in roasting pan. Pour enough hot water into roasting pan to come halfway up sides of cheesecake. Place in oven. Bake until outer 3 inches puff slightly and center is softly set, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Cool in water bath 30 minutes. Remove from water. Cut around sides of cake to loosen. Refrigerate in pan until cold, about 4 hours. Cover and chill overnight.
  • For sauce:
  • Bring sugar, cream, butter, corn syrup, and salt to boil in deep medium saucepan, whisking until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium; boil 1 minute without stirring. Remove from heat. Stir in bourbon, then pecans. Cool, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove foil. Cut around pan sides; remove sides. Cut cheesecake into wedges; spoon sauce over.

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE WITH CARAMEL SWIRL



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Categories     Cake     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Pecan     Pumpkin     Fall     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

Crust
1 1/2 cups ground gingersnap cookies
1 1/2 cups toasted pecans (about 6 ounces)
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Filling
4 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 2/3 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups canned solid pack pumpkin
9 tablespoons whipping cream
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon (about) purchased caramel sauce
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • For Crust:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Finely grind ground cookies, pecans and sugar in processor. Add melted butter and blend until combined. Press crust mixture onto bottom and up sides of 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides.
  • For Filling:
  • Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl until light. Transfer 3/4 cup mixture to small bowl; cover tightly and refrigerate to use for topping. Add pumpkin, 4 tablespoons whipping cream, ground cinnamon and ground allspice to mixture in large bowl and beat until well combined. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating just until combined. Pour filling into crust (filling will almost fill pan). Bake until cheesecake puffs, top browns and center moves only slightly when pan is shaken, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Transfer cheesecake to rack and cool 10 minutes. Run small sharp knife around cake pan sides to loosen cheesecake. Cool. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.
  • Bring remaining 3/4 cup cream cheese mixture to room temperature. Add remaining 5 tablespoons whipping cream to cream cheese mixture and stir to combine. Press down firmly on edges of cheesecake to even thickness. Pour cream cheese mixture over cheesecake, spreading evenly. Spoon caramel sauce in lines over cream cheese mixture. Using tip of knife, swirl caramel sauce into cream cheese mixture. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Release pan sides from cheesecake. Spoon sour cream into pastry bag fitted with small star tip (do not stir before using). Pipe decorative border around cheesecake and serve.

CARAMEL PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE



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Top off your Thanksgiving feast with this decadent caramel pumpkin cheesecake which combines the best of two traditional dessert recipes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 9h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups crushed graham crackers (about 32 squares)
1/2 cup butter, melted
4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Whipped topping
Candied pecans
Caramel topping

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F. Wrap outside bottom and side of 9-inch springform pan with foil. Spray inside of pan with cooking spray. Mix crust ingredients; press in bottom and 1 inch up side of pan. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool 10 minutes.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in sugar. On low speed, beat in eggs, one at a time, just until blended. Spoon 3 cups of the mixture onto crust; spread evenly. Add pumpkin and pie spice to remaining cream cheese mixture; mix with wire whisk until smooth. Spoon over mixture in pan.
  • Bake 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes or until edge is set but center still jiggles slightly. Turn oven off; open door 4 inches. Leave cheesecake in oven 30 minutes. Run knife around edge of pan to loosen. Cool on cooling rack 30 minutes. Refrigerate 6 hours or overnight. Run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake; carefully remove side of pan. Top with whipped topping and candied pecans. Drizzle with caramel topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fat 5, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg

PUMPKIN SPICE CHEESECAKE ENCHILADAS WITH CARAMEL DRIZZLE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Enchiladas with Caramel Drizzle Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by lisapearce

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 1/2 cups Cool Whip, thawed
18-24 flour tortillas
6 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
Caramel sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, pumpkin, sugar and pumpkin pie spice with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Gently stir in the whipped topping. Divide the cream cheese mixture evenly between the tortillas. Roll each tortilla up and put on serving plates. In a small bowl, combine the butter, sugar and cinnamon. Brush the mixture over the over the rolled tortillas. Top with caramel sauce.

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE WITH CARAMEL SAUCE



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Treat your guests with a creamy pumpkin cheesecake that's topped with caramel-rum sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 8h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups crushed teddy bear-shaped cinnamon graham snacks (from 10-oz box)
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup light or dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/3 cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon spiced rum or 1/4 teaspoon rum extract
Sweetened whipped cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F. Spray 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Wrap foil around pan to catch drips. In small bowl, mix crust ingredients. Press mixture in bottom and 1 inch up side of pan. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool 5 minutes. To minimize cracking, place shallow pan half full of hot water on lower oven rack.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, just until blended. Spoon 3 cups of the mixture onto crust; spread evenly. To remaining cream cheese mixture, add pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice and cardamom; mix with wire whisk until smooth. Spoon over mixture in pan.
  • Bake 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes or until edge of cheesecake is set at least 2 inches from edge of pan but center of cheesecake still jiggles slightly when moved. Run small metal spatula around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake. Turn oven off; open oven door at least 4 inches. Let cheesecake remain in oven 30 minutes. Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes. Cover loosely; refrigerate at least 6 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  • In small saucepan, heat brown sugar, corn syrup and 2 tablespoons butter to boiling over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Boil 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in whipping cream; heat to boiling. Remove from heat; stir in rum. Cool until warm.
  • Just before serving, run small metal spatula around edge of pan; carefully remove side of pan. Top individual slices with warm sauce and a dollop of whipped cream. Cover and refrigerate any remaining cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 31 g, TransFat 1 g

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE WITH CARAMEL SWIRL



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Make and share this Pumpkin Cheesecake With Caramel Swirl recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mizzy

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups ground gingersnap cookies
1 1/2 cups toasted pecans (about 6 ounces)
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 2/3 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups canned solid-pack pumpkin
9 tablespoons whipping cream
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon purchased caramel sauce
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • For Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F Finely grind ground cookies, pecans and sugar in processor.
  • Add melted butter and blend until combined.
  • Press crust mixture onto bottom and up sides of 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides.
  • For Filling: Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl until light.
  • Transfer 3/4 cup mixture to small bowl; cover tightly and refrigerate to use for topping.
  • Add pumpkin, 4 tablespoons whipping cream, ground cinnamon and ground allspice to mixture in large bowl and beat until well combined.
  • Add eggs 1 at a time, beating just until combined.
  • Pour filling into crust (filling will almost fill pan).
  • Bake until cheesecake puffs, top browns and center moves only slightly when pan is shaken, about 1 hour 15 minutes.
  • Transfer cheesecake to rack and cool 10 minutes.
  • Run small sharp knife around cake pan sides to loosen cheesecake.
  • Cool.
  • Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.
  • Bring remaining 3/4 cup cream cheese mixture to room temperature.
  • Add remaining 5 tablespoons whipping cream to cream cheese mixture and stir to combine.
  • Press down firmly on edges of cheesecake to even thickness.
  • Pour cream cheese mixture over cheesecake, spreading evenly.
  • Spoon caramel sauce in lines over cream cheese mixture.
  • Using tip of knife, swirl caramel sauce into cream cheese mixture.
  • (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
  • Release pan sides from cheesecake.
  • Spoon sour cream into pastry bag fitted with small star tip (do not stir before using).
  • Pipe decorative border around cheesecake and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.7, Fat 50, SaturatedFat 25.5, Cholesterol 187.7, Sodium 343.8, Carbohydrate 41.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 34, Protein 10.3

SPICED PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE WITH CARAMEL-BOURBON SAUCE



Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake With Caramel-Bourbon Sauce image

Make this luscious dessert a day ahead. Cheesecake basics: • To avoid overbeating the filling, make sure that all of the ingredients are at room temperature. • For best results, use Philadelphia-brand cream cheese. • To get the neatest slices, dip the blade of the knife into a glass of very hot water and wipe the warm blade dry before cutting each wedge of cake. Bon Appetit - November 2005

Provided by Chef kitkat31

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h

Yield 1 cheesecake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 1/2 cups pecans, toasted, cooled
3 tablespoons golden brown sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
4 large eggs
15 ounces pumpkin puree
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 pinch salt
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 -4 tablespoons Bourbon
1 1/2 cups pecans, toasted, cooled

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F Butter 9-inch springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides. Grind first 4 ingredients in processor until nut mixture sticks together. Press evenly onto bottom of pan. Bake crust until golden, about 15 minutes. Cool completely. Wrap outside of pan in triple layer of heavy-duty foil.
  • For filling:
  • Using mixer, beat cream cheese, sugar, and lemon peel in large bowl until smooth. Beat in eggs 1 at a time, then pumpkin, yogurt, flour, vanilla, spices, and salt. Pour into pan.
  • Set springform pan in roasting pan. Pour enough hot water into roasting pan to come halfway up sides of cheesecake. Place in oven. Bake until outer 3 inches puff slightly and center is softly set, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Cool in water bath 30 minutes. Remove from water. Cut around sides of cake to loosen. Refrigerate in pan until cold, about 4 hours. Cover and chill overnight.
  • For sauce:.
  • Bring sugar, cream, butter, corn syrup, and salt to boil in deep medium saucepan, whisking until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium; boil 1 minute without stirring. Remove from heat. Stir in bourbon, then pecans. Cool, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove foil. Cut around pan sides; remove sides. Cut cheesecake into wedges; spoon sauce over.

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE WITH CARAMEL RUM SAUCE



Pumpkin Cheesecake With Caramel Rum Sauce image

I found this recipe on another recipe site. I changed a couple of things to suit our tastes, and came up with this delicious cheesecake. Perfect for Thanksgiving dessert.

Provided by Hazeleyes

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 cheesecake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups crushed cinnamon graham crackers
1/4 cup melted butter
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 -2 tablespoon rum

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300 degrees. Spray 9" springform pan with cooking spray. Wrap foil around pan to catch drips.
  • In a small bowl, mix crust ingredients. Press mixture in bottom and 1 inch up side of pan.
  • Bake 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool 5 minute.
  • To minimize cracking of the cheesecake, place shallow pan half full of hot water on lower oven rack.
  • For the filling, beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in eggs, one at a time, just until blended.
  • Spoon 3 cups of the mixture onto crust; spread evenly.
  • To remaining cream cheese mixture, add pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice and cardamom. Mix with wire whisk until smooth.
  • Spoon over mixture in pan.
  • Bake 1 hour 15 min.to 1 hour 25 min.or until edge of cheesecake is pulled away from edge of pan, but center of cheesecake still jiggles lightly when moved.
  • Turn oven off; open oven door at least 4 inches.
  • Let cheesecake remain in oven for 30 minutes.
  • Cool in pan on cooling rack for 30 minutes.
  • Cover loosely, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, no longer than 24 hours.
  • For the sauce, melt the butter over low heat. Add the sugars and heat slowly to combine well. Very important not to let this sauce boil.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in the evaporated milk.
  • Let cool, and stir in the rum.
  • Just before serving, run small metal spatula around edge of pan: carefully remove side of pan.
  • Top individual slices with warm sauce and whipped cream if desired.
  • Store cheesecake in the refrigerator.

PUMPKIN-CARAMEL CHEESECAKE



Pumpkin-Caramel Cheesecake image

Pumpkin...gingersnaps...caramel. Fabulous flavors of fall are featured in an irresistible cheesecake.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 10h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups finely crushed gingersnap cookies (30 cookies)
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened (do not use margarine)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1/2 cup caramel topping
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Wrap foil around outside of bottom and side of pan to catch drips. In small bowl, stir crust ingredients until well mixed. Press mixture in bottom of pan. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until set.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed just until smooth and creamy. Beat in 1/2 cup butter until creamy. Do not overbeat. On low speed, gradually beat in sugar. Add pumpkin; beat until blended. Beat in caramel topping and flour. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, just until blended.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Pour filling into partially baked crust. Place springform in large roasting pan; pour hot water into roasting pan until one-fourth full. Bake 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes or until edge of cheesecake is set at least 2 inches from edge of pan but center of cheesecake still jiggles slightly when moved. Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes. With sharp knife, loosen cheesecake from side of pan. Cover cheesecake; refrigerate at least 8 hours.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook almonds over medium heat 4 to 6 minutes, stirring constantly, until just beginning to brown; sprinkle 3 tablespoons granulated sugar over almonds. Continue cooking and stirring 2 to 3 minutes longer or until sugar is melted and almonds are coated. Spread almond mixture on sheet of foil sprayed with cooking spray. Cool 2 to 3 minutes; break apart.
  • In chilled medium bowl, beat remaining topping ingredients with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake again; carefully remove side of pan. Cut cheesecake into wedges; place on individual dessert plates. Top each wedge with whipped cream and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 1 g

PUMPKIN CARAMEL CHEESECAKE



PUMPKIN CARAMEL CHEESECAKE image

Categories     Cheese

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup water
¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1½ pounds organic cream cheese, at room temperature
½ cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon grated orange zest
5 large cage‐free eggs, at room temperature
1 can (15 ounces) organic pumpkin purée
½ cup organic sour cream
Lightly whipped cream, for garnish

Steps:

  • To make the caramel: Put the water, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and lemon juice in small, heavy saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves. When the mixture begins to simmer, continue cooking undisturbed until it turns a caramel‐brown color and reaches about 340°F on a candy thermometer. Immediately remove the pan from the heat and pour the mixture into a 9‐inch round cake pan, swirling the pan to coat its bottom and sides with the caramel. Set aside to cool. Preheat the oven to 325°F and set to BAKE. To make the cream cheese pumpkin filling: In the bowl of a stand mixer, or in a large mixing bowl, add the cream cheese. With the paddle attachment of the stand mixer, or with a hand‐held electric mixer, beat the cream cheese on low speed until smooth. Add the remaining granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and orange zest; continue beating on low speed until smooth, about 2 minutes longer. One at a time, beat in the eggs until thoroughly blended, stopping after each addition to scrape down the side of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Add the pumpkin, beating it in until thoroughly combined, and then scrape down the bowl again. Finally, add the sour cream, beat it in until smooth, and scrape down the bowl. To assemble and bake: With the help of the spatula, transfer the mixture into the caramel‐coated pan. Place the pan inside a larger roasting pan. Carefully pour warm water into the roasting pan until it comes about halfway up the side of the cake pan, forming a water bath. Place the baking rack, face up, in the lower rack position of the pressure oven and carefully place the roasting pan on the rack. Close the door and set the vent valve to seal. Set the timer for 45 minutes and bake until the cheesecake is slightly firm to a light touch. Carefully remove the roasting pan from the oven and lift out the cake pan. Leave at room temperature to cool for about 1 hour.

PUMPKIN-CARAMEL CHEESECAKE



Pumpkin-Caramel Cheesecake image

Pumpkin...gingersnaps...caramel. Fabulous flavors of fall are featured in an irresistible cheesecake.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 10h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups finely crushed gingersnap cookies (30 cookies)
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened (do not use margarine)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1/2 cup caramel topping
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Wrap foil around outside of bottom and side of pan to catch drips. In small bowl, stir crust ingredients until well mixed. Press mixture in bottom of pan. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until set.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed just until smooth and creamy. Beat in 1/2 cup butter until creamy. Do not overbeat. On low speed, gradually beat in sugar. Add pumpkin; beat until blended. Beat in caramel topping and flour. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, just until blended.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Pour filling into partially baked crust. Place springform in large roasting pan; pour hot water into roasting pan until one-fourth full. Bake 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes or until edge of cheesecake is set at least 2 inches from edge of pan but center of cheesecake still jiggles slightly when moved. Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes. With sharp knife, loosen cheesecake from side of pan. Cover cheesecake; refrigerate at least 8 hours.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook almonds over medium heat 4 to 6 minutes, stirring constantly, until just beginning to brown; sprinkle 3 tablespoons granulated sugar over almonds. Continue cooking and stirring 2 to 3 minutes longer or until sugar is melted and almonds are coated. Spread almond mixture on sheet of foil sprayed with cooking spray. Cool 2 to 3 minutes; break apart.
  • In chilled medium bowl, beat remaining topping ingredients with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake again; carefully remove side of pan. Cut cheesecake into wedges; place on individual dessert plates. Top each wedge with whipped cream and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality pumpkin puree. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cheesecake.
  • Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature. This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Don't overbeat the cheesecake batter. Overbeating can make the cheesecake dense and crumbly.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the cheesecake to set properly.

Conclusion:

This caramel pumpkin cheesecake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for fall gatherings. With its creamy pumpkin filling, rich caramel sauce, and graham cracker crust, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this caramel pumpkin cheesecake a try.

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