Easy Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake
Cooking and baking is one of the main reasons I get excited about fall and this easy pumpkin swirl cheesecake is one of my favorite fall sweet treats. It is so creamy and delicious and easy to make. It is the perfect fall dessert!
What is a Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake?
A pumpkin swirl cheesecake is a delicious cake made with a cream cheese pumpkin filling and a swirl of plain filling (without the pumpkin) running through it that gives it a marbling effect. Not only is it yummy, but it’s a great cake to bring to a holiday party because the swirl makes it feel a little fancy!
Let me know in the comments at the end of the post if you’ve given this recipe a go. I’d love to know what you think!
How Do You Make a Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake?
This recipe is super easy but the main part to keep in mind is the mixing of the batter. Particularly make sure to mix in one egg at a time Don’t forget to set the white batter (without the pumpkin mixture) aside for swirling. The full recipe is below.
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Easy Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake
Equipment
- Hand mixer or stand mixer, spatula, spoon, knife, oven
Ingredients
- 1 Pre-made graham cracker crust (mini crusts optional)
- 2 8 ounce Blocks of cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 Cup White sugar
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 Eggs
- 1 Cup Canned puree pumpkin
- 1 Teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1/2 Teaspoon Ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, 1/2 cup of the sugar and the vanilla just until smooth. Add in the eggs one at a time, blending well after each egg. Set aside 3/4 cup of the mixture. Blend the remaining sugar, pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg into the mixture. Pour the pumpkin batter into the crust and drop the plain batter (that was set aside) by spoonfuls onto the top. Swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect. Bake 45-50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the filling is set. Allow cheesecake to cool. Chill in the refrigerator for 4 hours or more before serving.
Notes
Variations
- This recipe makes extra batter so if you buy a few mini pie crusts you can have a few individual cakes for the kiddos or to keep at home if you’re bringing the large cake to a social gathering. You can also make this in a deeper dish so the cake is thicker.
- You can serve this cake with a side of fresh fruit and even drizzle a fruit sauce or compote on top. I prefer strawberries, or mixed berries on the side.
- This cheesecake also pairs perfectly with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
- Makes a great hostess gift, neighbor gift or a dessert to bring to a holiday party.
Did you make this? Tag me on Instagram at @simplestylingsblog and let me know!
If you need another great dessert recipe try my Diet Coke Cake. This is the perfect dessert to bring to a fall or holiday pot-luck.
Cheers!
Ugh stop it!!!! Yum!
:) Just consider it a special treat!
Yum! You may put me in a cooking mood. The photos look awesome as always :)
:) Thanks LE!!!
What Cassie said! :) Looks delish!
xo
Pat
Thanks so much Pat!!!
i need to lose 15 pounds so i can feast on tons of these without guilt!
You do not Cass! Feast away :)