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The BEST Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake

October 28, 2021 · Kristy Monroe ·
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Take your dessert game up a notch with the BEST ever Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe! With a pecan graham cracker crust, bourbon pumpkin cheesecake base, and topped off with a generous drizzle of sweet bourbon cream sauce, every bite is melt-in-your mouth perfection. Enjoy the flavors of fall with a cheesecake recipe that’s made to impress!

Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake – The Best Fall Dessert!

After many recipe tests and many taste testings, something we can all agree on is that this Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake is the BEST fall dessert! Whether you’re having friends over for a fall or holiday gathering or just want a next-level dessert for the family, this cheesecake recipe is a great way to celebrate the season.

And never fear – this recipe is actually easier than you think. While it does take a little planning ahead of time, it’s SO worth it for the best ever fall cheesecake recipe that everyone will love!

Top shot of bourbon pumpkin cheesecake slice.

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  • Ingredients
  • How to Make Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake
    • Tips for Making the Perfect Cheesecake
  • How to Store Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake
  • More Fall Desserts & Drinks You’ll Love

Ingredients

There are 3 main components in this recipe: the pecan crust, the “boozy” pumpkin cheesecake filling, and the sweet bourbon cream sauce. Here are a few notes about what you’ll need for this Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake!

The Pecan Crust

The crust in these recipe is made out of crushed pecans, graham cracker crumbs, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, butter, and egg yolk.

The Boozy Pumpkin Cheesecake

The main ingredients for the filling are pumpkin puree (mixed with sugar, eggs, and pumpkin spices), cream cheese, maple syrup, bourbon whiskey, and sour cream.

Tip: you can also make this with alcohol-free bourbon instead!

The Sweet Bourbon Cream Sauce

To make the bourbon cream sauce in this recipe, you’ll need heavy cream, flour, bourbon whiskey, sugar, and salt. So easy!

How to Make Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake (8 simple steps)

Here’s the quick rundown for how to make Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake:

  1. Mix the crust together and press into a springform pan.
  2. Bake the crust and let cool.
  3. Use an electric mixer to mix the cream cheese until smooth.
  4. Add in the rest of the filling ingredients and mix.
  5. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust.
  6. Bake.
  7. Let the cheesecake cool and chill in the refrigerator.
  8. Make the bourbon cream sauce and pour over the cheesecake!
  • Pecan graham cracker crust pressed into a springform pan.
  • Pumpkin cheesecake filling being mixed together.
  • Cheesecake filling poured into a springform pan.
  • Pumpkin cheesecake across shot.

Tips for Making the Perfect Cheesecake

1. Use room temperature ingredients

Especially the cream cheese! Trust us on this one. It’s best to use room temperature ingredients in order to keep the cheesecake from getting lumpy or uneven.

2. Use an electric hand mixer.

If you have an electric hand mixer, then that’s DEFINITELY the way to go when mixing together the cheesecake filling! A stand mixer would also work.

3. Leave a little jiggle in the center.

This is a tricky one, but it’s important to pull the cheesecake out of the oven at the right time. While our baking time has been tested many times for this recipe, every oven is different. It’s important to check on the cheesecake often (keeping the oven door closed) and make sure to remove it when the entire cheesecake is puffy with a little jiggle in the center.

4. Plan ahead for chilling time.

A freshly baked cheesecake needs to sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes, but preferably up to an hour. Then it’s best to place it in the refrigerator for a chilling time of 3-4 hours. The good news? Cheesecake can be made the night before and refrigerated overnight, making it convenient if you need it for the next day!

5. Cut beautiful slices!

Once the cheesecake is ready to serve, be sure to cut perfect slices by wiping your knife clean between cutting each slice. Another option is to use unflavored floss to cut beautiful slices!

Top shot of sliced bourbon pumpkin cheesecake with cream sauce drizzle.

How to Store Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake

To store this bourbon pumpkin cheesecake, place it in an airtight cake container or place a lid over it. Another option is to lightly wrap it in plastic wrap or foil paper. Cheesecake can keep in the refrigerator for 3-5 days!

To freeze, wrap each individual slice (or the serving size you are expecting to need) in plastic wrap, then in foil. Freeze for 1-2 months and simply thaw it out the night before when ready to serve!

Angled photo of slice of bourbon pumpkin cheesecake with cream sauce.

More Fall Desserts & Drinks You’ll Love

  • Apple Fritter Cake
  • Maple Whiskey Pudding Cake
  • Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktail

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The BEST Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake

Kristy Monroe
The BEST Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe! With a pecan graham cracker crust, bourbon pumpkin cheesecake base, and topped off with a generous drizzle of sweet bourbon cream sauce, every bite is melt-in-your mouth perfection. Enjoy the flavors of fall with a cheesecake recipe that's made to impress!
5 from 31 votes
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Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes mins
Chill Time 3 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Total Time 5 hours hrs 25 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Slices
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pecan Crust

  • 2 Tablespoons butter lightly melted
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs

Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 pounds cream cheese softened and room temperature
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 4 Tablespoons bourbon whiskey
  • 1 1/4 cup sour cream

Bourbon Cream Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 Tablespoon flour
  • 2 Tablespoons bourbon whiskey
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Making The Crust

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Use spray oil or butter to grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  • Combine the ingredients for the crust in a bowl and mix.
  • Press the mixture evenly onto the bottom of the pan and a little around the bottom of the sides.
  • Bake for 10 minutes.
  • Set aside and let cool.

Making The Filling

  • Lower the oven temperature down to 300 degrees F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add in the maple syrup and bourbon one at a time, mixing after each addition until smooth.
  • Mix in the sour cream and pumpkin mixture until smooth, making sure not to over mix the batter.
  • Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 40 minutes, or until the center shows little to no movement when the pan is tapped.
  • Set aside to cool for at least 15 minutes to 1 hour before moving to the refrigerator to chill for at least 3-4 hours before serving.

Making The Topping

  • Whisk together the heavy cream and flour in a small saucepan until completely smooth.
  • Place over medium-high heat, whisking together and bringing to a simmer.
  • Simmer for 1 minute, or until the sauce thickens and begins to reduce.
  • Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the bourbon, sugar and salt.
  • Pour the bourbon sauce over the entire cheesecake or individual slices when ready to serve.

Notes

Tips:
  • It’s best to use room temperature ingredients, especially the cream cheese.
  • Use an electric mixer or stand mixer to mix the filling!
How To Store:
  • To store this bourbon pumpkin cheesecake, place it in an airtight cake container or place a lid over it. Another option is to lightly wrap it in plastic wrap or foil paper. Cheesecake can keep in the refrigerator for 3-5 days!
  • To freeze, wrap each individual slice (or the serving size you are expecting to need) in plastic wrap, then in foil. Freeze for 1-2 months and simply thaw it out the night before when ready to serve!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal
Keyword Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake
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  1. Sharon says

    November 9, 2021 at 11:02 am

    5 stars
    This cheesecake recipe has layers and layers of exciting flavors! The pecan crust and bourbon cream sauce go so well together.

    Reply
  2. nancy says

    November 10, 2021 at 8:56 pm

    5 stars
    super delicious pumpkin cheesecake! i love the added bourbon!

    Reply
  3. Kathryn says

    November 12, 2021 at 9:37 am

    5 stars
    This was a HUGE hit! Love the flavors of bourbon and pumpkin combined, it was perfect! I hope to make this again for thanksgiving!

    Reply
  4. Carmy says

    November 12, 2021 at 5:09 pm

    5 stars
    LOVE the addition of bourbon to this pumpkin cheesecake. It is such a flavourful add. I’ll definitely be sharing this recipe with friends for the holidays!

    Reply
  5. Mikayla says

    November 12, 2021 at 10:11 pm

    5 stars
    The addition of whiskey to a favorite flavor of cheesecake is a GREAT idea.

    Reply
  6. Linda says

    November 13, 2021 at 1:22 am

    5 stars
    Bourbon and pumpkin in the form of cheesecake…SOLD! This cheesecake is so comforting and I’m totally addicted to this

    Reply
  7. Dennis K Littley says

    November 14, 2021 at 11:33 am

    5 stars
    I made this for my wife’s book club and I was lucky to get one piece! It was delicious and everyone raved about it!

    Reply
  8. Jenny says

    November 14, 2021 at 4:16 pm

    5 stars
    This is the cheesecake of all cheesecakes. What a wonderful recipe! It came out SO delicious. I had never made one before, and your recipe was easy to follow. I will definitely make it again.

    Reply
  9. NaĂŻby says

    November 14, 2021 at 4:38 pm

    5 stars
    Oooh! Booze in my cheesecake. I love the addition of Bourbon in it. That recipe is such a winner for the holidays.

    Reply
  10. LaKita says

    November 14, 2021 at 5:33 pm

    5 stars
    This cheesecake is so rich, creamy, and delicious! It is the perfect combination of flavors!

    Reply
  11. Marie says

    November 14, 2021 at 9:09 pm

    5 stars
    This cake looks so amazingly aromatic! I love making desserts with bourbon because it adds such a lovely depth of flavor. I can’t wait to make this for the family, I know they’re gonna love it!

    Reply
  12. Jamie says

    November 14, 2021 at 11:45 pm

    5 stars
    The bourbon cream sauce was so excellent with this cheesecake! It had such delicious flavors that reminded me of fall!

    Reply
  13. Bernice says

    January 24, 2022 at 10:54 am

    5 stars
    This is one amazing cheesecake. Those flavours go together so nicely and the texture is so creamy.

    Reply
  14. Angela says

    January 24, 2022 at 11:08 am

    5 stars
    Served this dessert for my family. It looked beautiful and tasted amazing.

    Reply
  15. Stine Mari says

    January 24, 2022 at 11:32 am

    5 stars
    Just good things to say about this pumpkin cheesecake, it’s so delicious!

    Reply
  16. kyleigh says

    January 24, 2022 at 12:21 pm

    5 stars
    I love bourbon and pumpkin together! So good!

    Reply
  17. Sunrita Dutta says

    January 24, 2022 at 12:38 pm

    5 stars
    Such an indulgent feel good cheese cake. Just love it.

    Reply
  18. Colleen says

    January 24, 2022 at 12:58 pm

    5 stars
    What a yummy cheesecake! The bourbon is perfect with the pumpkin.

    Reply
  19. Amanda says

    January 24, 2022 at 1:37 pm

    5 stars
    This cheesecake was so delicious and I loved the bourbon flavor in it. Thanks!

    Reply
  20. Sabrina says

    January 24, 2022 at 4:24 pm

    5 stars
    Bourbon is the perfect addition! So fragrant and delicious.

    Reply
  21. Kris says

    January 25, 2022 at 9:44 am

    5 stars
    Delicious cheesecake!

    Reply
  22. Elizabeth Flight says

    January 26, 2022 at 9:16 am

    5 stars
    Such a delicious recipe!

    Reply
  23. Marta says

    September 6, 2022 at 3:31 pm

    5 stars
    I love the added bourbon in this pumpkin cheesecake recipe. The instructions were so easy to follow and resulted in an amazing fall dessert.

    Reply
  24. Megan says

    September 6, 2022 at 6:39 pm

    5 stars
    The cheesecake was great but that bourbon sauce… WOW! Great recipe. Thanks

    Reply
  25. Amanda Mason says

    September 6, 2022 at 8:07 pm

    5 stars
    This is going on my holiday menu for sure! I make a different type of cheesecake every year and this is going to me the one I make this year!

    Reply
  26. Nancy says

    September 7, 2022 at 1:02 pm

    5 stars
    This cheesecake is the most amazing pumpkin cheesecake! Its perfectly flavored and so creamy.

    Reply
  27. Heather Perine says

    September 7, 2022 at 5:25 pm

    5 stars
    I love pumpkin cheesecake, but this bourbon version with the cream sauce set it over the top! Best ever!

    Reply
  28. Patricia says

    September 8, 2022 at 10:04 pm

    The cream sauce is amazing as the “icing” on the cake, so to speak! I love this cheesecake – ideal for the fall season!

    Reply
  29. veenaazmanov says

    September 9, 2022 at 2:09 pm

    5 stars
    Would love to try this unique and delicious recipe. The combination of Pumpkin sounds interesting. This cheese cake looks yummy for sure.

    Reply
  30. Amanda says

    September 10, 2022 at 10:27 am

    5 stars
    This is divine! I just love bourbon paired with those pumpkin spices, and the creamy texture is beyond decadent. Wonderful recipe!

    Reply
  31. Helene says

    September 11, 2022 at 3:31 am

    5 stars
    What a great fall dessert. So much more added flavor with the bourbon. The sauce is everything. Thank you for the recipe.

    Reply
  32. Cathleen says

    September 11, 2022 at 9:43 am

    5 stars
    This cheesecake looks amazing!! I am so excited to make it tomorrow, thank you so much for the recipe 🙂

    Reply
  33. Jennifer says

    October 9, 2024 at 7:56 pm

    Question: I have a bottle of Jim Beam Vanilla Bourbon and a bottle of Jack Tennessee Honey Bourbon. Can I substitute either of these for the straight up bourbon?

    Reply
    • Desserts & Drinks says

      October 10, 2024 at 9:03 am

      Yes, either of those would work great! Enjoy!

      Reply
  34. SnackDownloader.com says

    October 25, 2024 at 9:55 am

    This bourbon pumpkin cheesecake looks absolutely heavenly! I love the combination of flavors, and the addition of bourbon makes it even more tempting. Can’t wait to try this recipe for my next family gathering—thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  35. Mt777 says

    April 12, 2025 at 2:09 pm

    This Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake looks absolutely divine! I love the combination of rich flavors and the idea of adding bourbon just makes it even more enticing. Can’t wait to try this for the holidays! Thank you for sharing such a delicious recipe!

    Reply

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