All the cozy flavor of pumpkin pie, but creamier, cuter, and way easier to serve. These Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes bring together the best of fall in a velvety, spiced bite-sized dessert. Perfect for gatherings, gifting, or treating yourself — no forks, no fuss, just pure pumpkin bliss.
Crust:
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tbsp sugar
4 tbsp melted butter
Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup pumpkin purée
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
½ tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg
Optional Topping:
Whipped cream
Crushed pecans or cinnamon dust
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press 1 tsp into each liner to form a crust. Bake 5 minutes, then cool.
Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin, sugar, spices, vanilla, and egg. Mix until creamy.
Spoon filling over crusts, nearly to the top.
Bake for 15–18 minutes until set. Cool completely, then chill for at least 2 hours.
Top with whipped cream or pecans before serving if desired.
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