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Sweet Potato Cheesecake Recipe

Sweet Potato Cheesecake Recipe

4.8 from 27 reviews

Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Sweet Potato Cheesecake, a decadent dessert perfect for the holiday season. The velvety sweet potato filling combined with warm spices and a buttery graham cracker crust will have your taste buds singing with joy.

Ingredients

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For the crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted

For the filling:

  • 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (cooked and cooled)
  • 24 oz (680 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ginger

For topping:

  • Caramel sauce (for drizzling)
  • Whipped cream (for garnish)
  • Toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake crust for 10 minutes and let cool.
  2. Prepare filling: Beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Add mashed sweet potatoes, mixing until well blended. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream, vanilla, and spices. Mix until creamy.
  3. Bake the cheesecake: Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 55–65 minutes, until center is just set. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
  4. Chill and serve: Chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, drizzle caramel sauce, pipe whipped cream swirls, and sprinkle with nuts if desired.

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