Pumpkin Cheesecake (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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11 ounces Nilla Wafers.
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1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (divided).
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8 tablespoons salted butter, melted.
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12 ounces cream cheese, softened.
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⅓ cup dark brown sugar, packed.
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1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling).
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice.
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16 ounces whipped topping (divided, such as Cool Whip).
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Optional Toppings:.
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1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice.
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¼ cup caramel sauce.
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Whipped cream.
Instructions:
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In a food processor, place Nilla Wafers and 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice and process until fine crumbs remain. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the crumb mixture for later.
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Pour melted butter into the food processor with the crumbs and pulse to combine until evenly distributed.
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Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Cover and place in the freezer to set.
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In a stand mixer, cream together cream cheese and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
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Mix in pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice until smooth, about 2-3 minutes, scraping the sides as needed.
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Gently fold in 3 cups of whipped topping until fully incorporated.
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Transfer the cheesecake filling to the springform and smooth the top with an offset spatula.
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Cover and chill the cheesecake overnight or for at least 6 hours.
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When ready to serve, spread or pipe remaining whipped topping on top of the cheesecake, sprinkle with reserved crumbs and pumpkin pie spice if desired.
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Remove the springform rim, cut, and serve. Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
Notes:
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This No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake is a creamy, flavorful dessert that captures the essence of fall. It's easy to make and perfect for gatherings!.