Ingredients
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 (8 oz) blocks softened cream cheese
- 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp pumpkin spice seasoning (or 1/2 tsp each ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove)
Crust
- 1 sleeve graham crackers or gluten-free graham crackers
- 1/2 stick melted butter (about 4 tbsp)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, pumpkin puree, heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, sugar, and pumpkin spice seasoning. Using a mixer, blend everything until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Set this mixture aside.
- Make the Crust: In a food processor or blender, pulse the graham crackers along with the melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand, ensuring the crumbs stick together to form the crust base.
- Assemble the Bites: Using a nonstick cupcake tin, press about 1 tablespoon of the graham cracker crust into the bottom of each cup to form an even layer. Then, fill each cup to the top with the pumpkin cheesecake mixture. Smooth the surface gently with the back of a knife or spatula for an even finish.
- Freeze: Place the filled cupcake tin in the freezer and chill for at least 4 hours to allow the cheesecake bites to set firmly.
- Serve: Once set, carefully pop the cheesecake bites out of the tin. Allow them to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to gently thaw. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving for an added touch of flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute gluten-free graham crackers if preferred.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- For best texture, ensure the bites are completely frozen before removing from the tin.
- Feel free to prepare these bites a day ahead and store them in the freezer until ready to serve.
- Garnish ideas include whipped cream, additional pumpkin spice, or chopped pecans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian