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Perfect Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites: Easy Party Dessert

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These mini pumpkin cheesecake bites are a quick and easy party dessert that comes together in under 30 minutes of active prep. With a creamy pumpkin filling, crunchy graham cracker crust, and warm fall spices, they’re perfect for Thanksgiving, Halloween, or any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 full sheets, crushed)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for crust)
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for crust)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for filling)
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (for crust)
  • Pinch of salt (for filling)
  • 16 ounces cream cheese (two 8-ounce blocks), softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • For the topping (optional): 1 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, caramel sauce, additional cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 24-cup mini muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Pour in melted butter and stir until mixture resembles wet sand. Press about 1 tablespoon into each muffin cup firmly. Bake for 5 minutes, then let cool.
  3. Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with ⅔ cup granulated sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and beat. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low just until combined. Add pumpkin purée, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, ginger, nutmeg, pinch of salt, and heavy cream. Mix on low until uniform and silky.
  4. Fill the cups: Spoon or scoop filling into prepared crusts, filling almost to the top (leave about ⅛ inch space). Tap pan gently to release air bubbles.
  5. Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 15-18 minutes, until edges are set but centers still jiggle slightly. Cool pan on wire rack for 15 minutes.
  6. Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  7. Remove from pan by lifting paper liners. Top with whipped cream, caramel sauce, and cinnamon before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks. Let cheesecakes cool gradually before refrigerating. For gluten-free, use gluten-free graham crackers or shortbread cookies. For vegan, use vegan cream cheese, flax eggs, and coconut cream.

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