pumpkin orange cheesecake

Indianapolis, IN
Updated on Sep 4, 2013

This cheesecake would be a great addition to your Thanksgiving dinner as an alternative to the traditional pumpkin pie. Guaranteed to be rich and spicy! Recipe & Photo: Kroger.com

prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method ---
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 14 ounces light cream cheese (neufchatel) or 2 8-oz. pkg.
  • 1/2 cup nonfat ricotta cheese
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups 100% pure pumpkin
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons evaporated milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
  • 3/4 cup frozen egg substitute
  • TOPPING:
  • 1/2 cup light sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon orange juice

How To Make pumpkin orange cheesecake

  • Step 1
    Combine graham cracker crumbs and butter in a small bowl. Press onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Step 2
    Beat cream cheese, ricotta cheese and sugar until creamy. Add pumpkin, orange juice, evaporated milk, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice and orange peel; beat until well blended. Add egg substitute and beat just until blended. Pour into crust.
  • Step 3
    Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 60 to 65 minutes or until edges are set but center still moves slightly. Cool in pan to room temperature on wire rack; spread with topping. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Remove side of springform pan.
  • Step 4
    TOPPING: Combine ingredients in a small bowl and spread over cheesecake. Garnish with grated orange peel.

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