Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Lasagna is a cozy and festive layered dessert that combines creamy cheesecake, spiced pumpkin, and a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for fall celebrations, this make-ahead treat delivers rich autumn flavors and a beautiful presentation that will impress guests and delight family.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
Cheesecake Layer
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping or heavy cream
Pumpkin Layer
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree (pure, not pie filling)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar until the mixture resembles damp sand. Press firmly into the bottom of a baking dish to form a solid crust base that holds the layers.
- Make the Cheesecake Layer: Beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth. Gradually add sugar and eggs, mixing until creamy and fully blended. Fold in vanilla extract and whipped topping for a fluffy and smooth cheesecake texture.
- Prepare the Pumpkin Layer: In a separate bowl, combine pumpkin puree with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and sugar. Stir until well mixed and spreadable.
- Assemble the Lasagna: Spread half of the cheesecake mixture evenly over the crust. Layer the pumpkin mixture on top, then repeat with remaining pumpkin and cheesecake layers, finishing with the cheesecake layer on top for a creamy finish.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld. Serve chilled for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Allow cream cheese and eggs to come to room temperature for a smooth batter.
- Beat ingredients just until combined to avoid dense texture.
- Chilling overnight sharpens flavors and helps achieve clean layers.
- Use pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling, for best control over sweetness and texture.
- Press crust mixture firmly to prevent separation and provide structure.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake (Chilling)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of recipe)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: pumpkin cheesecake lasagna, fall dessert, layered dessert, no bake cheesecake, pumpkin dessert, holiday dessert
