Description
This Pumpkin Spice No-Bake Cheesecake combines creamy 1/3 less fat cream cheese with pumpkin puree and warm spices for a deliciously light dessert. The no-bake preparation makes it perfect for a quick yet festive treat, set in a reduced-fat graham cracker crust and topped with smooth Truwhip for a fluffy texture.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz 1/3 less fat Philadelphia Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup pureed pumpkin (canned is fine)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (unpacked)
- 4 oz Truwhip (thawed)
Crust
- 9 inch reduced-fat Graham Cracker Crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, pumpkin puree, vanilla, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and brown sugar. Using a hand mixer or spatula, whip the ingredients together for a few minutes until the mixture becomes fluffy and smooth.
- Add Truwhip: Gently fold in the thawed Truwhip into the pumpkin cheese mixture. Whip everything together until the filling is smooth and homogenous.
- Assemble and Chill: Spoon the creamy mixture into the 9-inch graham cracker crust, spreading evenly. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or until the cheesecake is firm and set.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing for easier blending and smoother filling.
- If using canned pumpkin, ensure it is 100% pure pumpkin and not pumpkin pie filling which contains added sugars and spices.
- Chill the cheesecake for at least 3-4 hours for best firmness, or overnight if possible.
- For a homemade crust, crush reduced-fat graham crackers and mix with a small amount of melted butter or butter substitute before pressing into the pie pan.
- This dessert is perfect for a light, festive treat requiring no heat or baking equipment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10th of pie)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
