🕒 Prep Time: 40 min
🕒 Cook Time: 55 min
🕒 Total Time: 1 hr 35 min
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1½ cups graham crackers, crushed
- 2½ tbsp sugar
- ⅓ cup butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Pumpkin Layer:
- 7.5 oz pumpkin puree
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- 1 egg
- ⅛ cup brown sugar
- ⅛ cup sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp nutmeg
- ⅛ tsp salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat & Prep:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners and lightly spray them with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside. - Make the Crust:
In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
➡️ Press about 1–2 tablespoons into the bottom of each muffin liner.
✅ Tip: Use the bottom of a shot glass to press it down evenly.
Bake crusts for 10–12 minutes, then remove and let cool completely. - Cheesecake Layer:
Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add in egg, sugar, and vanilla, mixing until creamy and well combined.
Chill this mixture in the fridge for 30–40 minutes.
🍰 Spoon the cheesecake mixture evenly over each cooled crust. - Pumpkin Layer:
In another bowl, whisk the egg until fluffy. Add pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, brown and white sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well.
Slowly pour pumpkin mixture on top of the cheesecake layer.
✅ Pro Tip: Pour gently over the back of a spoon to avoid mixing the layers. - Bake:
Bake at 350°F for 45–55 minutes, or until edges are set and the centers are slightly jiggly.
Let cool completely, then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving. 🎃
Pro Tips
- 🧊 Storage: Keep leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- 🔄 Make Ahead: These mini cheesecakes freeze beautifully! Wrap individually and freeze for up to 2 months.
- 💡 Topping Idea: Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a bakery-style finish.
Nutrition Info
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cheesecake | 240 | 4g | 20g | 14g | 1g | 12g |
Disclaimer:
Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
