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Pumpkin Cheesecake Cupcake

Irresistible Pumpkin Cheesecake Cupcake for Fall Bliss

Delight in these Pumpkin Cheesecake Cupcakes, perfectly blending creamy pumpkin goodness with a crunchy streusel topping, ideal for fall gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese use full-fat for best results
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree homemade or canned
  • 1/2 cup Sugar granulated or light brown
  • 2 Eggs large, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract opt for pure extract
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crust gluten-free alternatives available
  • 4 tbsp Butter unsalted, melted
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can be substituted with gluten-free options
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar adjust based on taste preference
  • 4 tbsp Cold Butter keep cold for mixing

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cupcake Liners

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Cheesecake Cupcake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with melted unsalted butter until well-blended. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom.
  2. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add granulated sugar, pumpkin puree, room temperature eggs, and vanilla extract.
  3. Once the crusts have cooled, fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the creamy cheesecake filling.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and cold butter, using your fingers or a pastry cutter to combine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Generously sprinkle the prepared streusel topping over the filled cupcake liners, ensuring an even layer covers each one.
  6. Place the cupcake tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes. The edges should be set while the centers still jiggle slightly when nudged.
  7. Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
  8. Before serving your delightful Pumpkin Cheesecake Cupcakes, consider garnishing each with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for smoother filling. Watch the baking time closely to maintain creaminess without cracking.

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