5 Best Pumpkin Cheesecake Cake Recipes

Pumpkin cheesecake cakes combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the soft texture of cake, creating the ultimate fall dessert. The combination of pumpkin puree, warm spices, cream cheese, and buttery cake layers makes these recipes perfect for Thanksgiving, holiday gatherings, family celebrations, and cozy autumn weekends.

This collection features five pumpkin cheesecake cake recipes that deliver creamy texture, rich pumpkin flavor, and beautiful presentation. From layered cakes to bundt cakes and caramel-topped favorites, every recipe brings together the best parts of cheesecake and cake in one impressive dessert.

Quick Summary

Here’s a quick look at the pumpkin cheesecake cake recipes included in this collection:

1. Pumpkin Cheesecake Layer Cake Recipe – Moist pumpkin cake layered with creamy cheesecake and frosting.
2. Salted Caramel Pumpkin Cheesecake Cake Recipe – Rich pumpkin cheesecake cake finished with salted caramel sauce.
3. Pumpkin Mousse Cake Recipe – Light pumpkin mousse layered over soft pumpkin cake.
4. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bundt Cake Recipe – Elegant bundt cake with a creamy cheesecake center.
5. Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Cake Recipe – Pumpkin cake swirled with rich cheesecake filling.

1. Pumpkin Cheesecake Layer Cake Recipe

Pumpkin cheesecake layer cake combines soft pumpkin spice cake with creamy cheesecake layers for a dessert that looks impressive and tastes even better. The contrast between fluffy cake and smooth cheesecake creates a rich yet balanced texture.

Ingredients

For the Pumpkin Cake

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 4 eggs
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cheesecake Layer

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Frosting

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease two cake pans and one springform pan.
3. Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Pour into the springform pan and bake for 35 minutes.
5. Cool completely and chill.
6. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
7. Mix sugars, pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, and vanilla.
8. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
9. Divide batter between cake pans.
10. Bake for 28–32 minutes.
11. Cool completely.
12. Beat frosting ingredients until smooth.
13. Assemble cake with one pumpkin layer, cheesecake layer, second pumpkin layer, and frosting.

2. Salted Caramel Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

Salted caramel pumpkin cheesecake cake combines warm pumpkin spice flavor with creamy cheesecake and a generous drizzle of salted caramel. The sweet and salty combination creates a dessert that feels perfect for holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup oil

For the Cheesecake Layer

• 16 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Topping

• 1 cup salted caramel sauce
• Flaky sea salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Prepare and bake cheesecake layer as directed in Recipe #1.
3. Mix cake ingredients until smooth.
4. Pour batter into greased cake pans.
5. Bake for 30 minutes.
6. Cool completely.
7. Layer cake and cheesecake together.
8. Drizzle generously with salted caramel sauce.
9. Finish with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt.

3. Pumpkin Mousse Cake Recipe

Pumpkin mousse cake offers a lighter take on pumpkin cheesecake desserts while still delivering plenty of creamy texture and seasonal flavor. The airy mousse layer creates a beautiful contrast with the soft pumpkin cake base.

Ingredients

For the Cake Base

• 1 3/4 cups flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup oil

For the Pumpkin Mousse

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1 cup whipped cream

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Prepare cake batter and pour into a springform pan.
3. Bake for 25–30 minutes.
4. Cool completely.
5. Beat cream cheese until smooth.
6. Mix in pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, and pumpkin pie spice.
7. Fold in whipped cream gently.
8. Spread mousse over cooled cake.
9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

4. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bundt Cake Recipe

Pumpkin cheesecake bundt cake combines moist pumpkin cake with a hidden cream cheese center. The bundt shape creates a beautiful presentation while keeping the recipe simple enough for home bakers.

Ingredients

For the Pumpkin Cake

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup oil

For the Cheesecake Filling

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Grease a bundt pan thoroughly.
3. Beat filling ingredients until smooth.
4. Mix pumpkin cake ingredients separately.
5. Pour half the cake batter into the bundt pan.
6. Spoon cheesecake filling over the batter.
7. Cover with remaining cake batter.
8. Bake for 55–65 minutes.
9. Cool completely before removing from the pan.
10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

5. Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Cake Recipe

Pumpkin swirl cheesecake cake combines rich pumpkin batter and creamy cheesecake filling in beautiful swirls throughout the cake. The marbled appearance makes every slice look special while delivering both flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

For the Pumpkin Batter

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup oil

For the Cheesecake Swirl

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
3. Mix cheesecake ingredients until smooth.
4. Prepare pumpkin batter in a separate bowl.
5. Pour pumpkin batter into the pan.
6. Spoon cheesecake mixture over the batter.
7. Swirl using a knife to create a marbled effect.
8. Bake for 40–45 minutes.
9. Cool completely before slicing.