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No Bake Pumpkin Mini Cheesecakes

Creamy homemade pumpkin cheesecake on top of a graham cracker crust, perfect for Thanksgiving or Halloween dessert. These no-bake mini cheesecakes are easy to make and great for serving at parties or dessert tables.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (7–8 whole crackers)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon.
  2. Add melted butter and mix until crumbs are evenly coated.
  3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of mini cheesecake molds or a muffin pan to form the crust.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form; set aside.
  5. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Add powdered sugar, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice to the cream cheese and mix until well combined.
  7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
  8. Spoon the pumpkin cheesecake filling over the prepared crusts, smoothing the tops.
  9. Refrigerate the mini cheesecakes for at least 4 hours or until set.
  10. Before serving, garnish with additional whipped cream, salted caramel sauce, graham cracker crumbs, and/or chopped pecans if desired.

Notes

These no-bake mini cheesecakes are ideal for holiday gatherings as they require no oven time and can be made ahead. For extra flavor and texture, garnish with salted caramel sauce or chopped pecans. Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 60