Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites are a creamy, spiced dessert perfect for fall. These bite-sized treats feature a graham cracker crust and a rich pumpkin-flavored cheesecake filling, ideal for parties or portion-controlled indulgence.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 24 mini cheesecake bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for crust)
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 large egg
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 2 tbsp sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
- Press about a teaspoon of the crust mixture into the bottom of each mini muffin cup and press down firmly.
- Bake crusts for 5 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, 1/3 cup sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until combined.
- Add the egg and mix just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling over the cooled crusts, filling each cup nearly to the top.
- Bake for 13–15 minutes or until centers are set.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.
- Top with whipped cream before serving, if desired.
Notes
- These can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Use a mini muffin pan for perfect bite-sized portions.
- Let cream cheese come to room temperature for a smoother filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: pumpkin cheesecake bites, fall dessert, mini cheesecake, pumpkin dessert, Thanksgiving treats