No Bake Philadelphia Pumpkin Cheesecake is the perfect pumpkin dessert. It is the perfect pumpkin pie for people who are not a fan of baking. It is super creamy and super easy. If you need something for Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving, you need to make this dessert.
This no bake Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe is easy. It comes together in a matter of minutes and only requires some time to chill out in the fridge. It’s perfect for people that don’t have time to bake intricate desserts or those who feel like they can’t bake.
This is a great starter recipe for Thanksgiving.
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What We Love About This Best Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
This simple Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe only has a handful of ingredients. They are all mixed together and placed in a store-bought graham cracker pie shell. Of course, you could easily make your own from scratch, but if you don’t have time (or patience) you can use a store-bought one. I won’t tell.
To mix things up, I used the tart sized pie crusts. This way, everyone got their own little pie to enjoy.
- 10 Minute Dessert: If you have a few minutes, then you have dessert covered. The hardest part will be waiting to eat them.
- Easy Ingredients: Only 6 ingredient for the pumpkin desserts.
- Family Friendly: This No Bake Philadelphia Pumpkin Cheesecake is always a crowd pleaser.
- Adaptable: Can make it lower calorie fall dessert
Ingredient Notes for Pumpkin Cheesecake No Bake Recipe
- Cream Cheese: Eight ounces. You can use low fat or fat free if you want to lighten it up.
- Pumpkin Puree: A cup of the puree not the pumpkin pie filling.
- Sugar: You can use a sugar free alternative.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice: These are all the warm spices, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger etc.
- Whipped Topping: The frozen whipped topping. Use sugar free or low sugar versions if you like to make a creamy texture.
- Graham Cracker Crust: Use a store bout crust or use graham cracker crumbs and make a homemade graham cracker crust.
Equipment Needed for Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake
How to Make Pumpkin Mini Cheesecakes
These are the basic steps for making easy recipe for pumpkin cheesecake. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions.
STEP 1: MIX
Begin by adding cream cheese, pumpkin, sugar and pumpkin spice in a large bowl starting on low speed and then increase to medium speed until completely combined. Next, fold in the whipped topping into the pumpkin cheesecake filling.
STEP 2: POUR
Then pour into the pie shell and chill for at least one hour. Finally, top with remaining whip topping and sprinkle of the pumpkin pie spice.
Prep and Storage Tips for the Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
This No Bake Philadelphia Pumpkin Cheesecake can be made up to three days in advance, make sure to wrap well and refrigerate.
HOW TO STORE THIS CLASSIC CHEESECAKE RECIPE
Store the creamy pumpkin cheesecake by wrapping in plastic wrap and foil or in an airtight container.
HOW TO FREEZE THIS CREAMY CHEESECAKE RECIPE
Of course, you can freeze this pumpkin cheesecake. It will stay good in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator overnight.
Frequently Asked Questions about this No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie
There are several ways to make this pie for example for best results use:
* Fat Free Cool Whip
*Sugar Alternative
*Low Fat or Fat Free Cream Cheese
Yes, there are many store bought or recipes to make a gluten-free graham cracker crust.
Indeed it can, make several or use small mini crust to make a half version.
You need to make sure that the cheesecake has time to set in the refrigerator so that it does not get soggy. To find even more tips, check here.
Expert Tips for Making This Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
- Room Temperature: It is important to make sure the ingredients are at room temperature. It will blend together and become smooth so much easier for the cream cheese mixture for cheesecake recipes.
- Different Crust for Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes: replace the graham crackers with a cookie crust from ginger snaps for a gingersnap cookies crust or a butter cookie for the best cheesecake make in a food processor.
- Variation tip: Top with shaved chocolate or chocolate chips, toffee bits or another candy for this pumpkin recipes.
- Nuts: Top with chopped walnuts or pecans for a satisfying crunch to this traditional pumpkin pie .
- Dietary consideration tip: Make with low calorie or fat free ingredients for a decadent dessert that will become a Thanksgiving dessert favorite.
- Individual: The individual pies are so much better than individual slices for Thanksgiving dinner they will get rave reviews .
What to Serve with No Bake Philadelphia Pumpkin Cheesecake
- Gingersnap and Eggnog Ice Cream Sandwiches
- Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
- Homemade Caramel Sauce
- Whipped Cream
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No Bake Philadelphia Pumpkin Cheesecake
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 2 1/2 cups whipped topping, thawed
- 1 Graham Cracker Pie Crust
Instructions
- Add cream cheese, pumpkin, sugar and pumpkin pie spice to a large bowl or stand mixer.
- Beat until completely combined and no lumps remain.
- Fold in whipped topping.
- Pour into prepared pie shell and chill for at least one hour.
- Top with remaining whipped topping and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
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Expert Tips
- Room Temperature: It is important to make sure the ingredients are at room temperature. It will blend together and become smooth so much easier for the cream cheese mixture for cheesecake recipes.
- Different Crust for Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes: replace the graham crackers with a cookie crust from ginger snaps for a gingersnap cookies crust or a butter cookie for the best cheesecake make in a food processor.
- Variation tip: Top with shaved chocolate or chocolate chips, toffee bits or another candy for this pumpkin recipes.
- Nuts: Top with chopped walnuts or pecans for a satisfying crunch to this traditional pumpkin pie .
- Dietary consideration tip: Make with low calorie or fat free ingredients for a decadent dessert that will become a Thanksgiving dessert favorite.
- Individual: The individual pies are so much better than individual slices for Thanksgiving dinner they will get rave reviews .
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