Jul 14 2026
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Pumpkin Cheesecake & Candied Pecans Roostart Recipe

Time2h
Serves12

Make Pumpkin Cheesecake & Candied Pecans Roostart Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Crust

Candied Pecans

Method

Crust

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crust

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until evenly combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Crust

    Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until set and lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.

Filling

  1. 3

    Prepare the Filling

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, mixing until well combined.

  2. 4

    Add Pumpkin and Eggs

    Add the pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.

  3. 5

    Fill the Crust

    Pour the pumpkin cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove any air bubbles.

  4. 6

    Bake the Cheesecake

    Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door ajar for 1 hour.

  5. 7

    Cool and Chill

    Remove the cheesecake from the oven, let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

Candied Pecans

  1. 8

    Prepare the Candied Pecans

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pecans, granulated sugar, butter, cinnamon, and salt. Stir continuously until the sugar melts and coats the pecans, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 9

    Cool the Pecans

    Spread the candied pecans onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool completely.

Serve

  1. 10

    Serve the Cheesecake

    Once the cheesecake is fully chilled, remove it from the springform pan and top it with the cooled candied pecans. Slice and serve.

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