October 21 National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day #PumpkinCheesecakeDay

October 21st is National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day #PumpkinCheesecakeDay. Charlie and I aren’t one for anything Pumpkin flavored which David likes a lot. So does David’s mom who makes Pumpkin Bread every year during Christmas.

Charlie and I are always making desserts for his grandfather. Since David loves both Pumpkin and Cheesecake I was thinking we could make a #PumpkinCheesecake for David and Granny Sherry to share. Would you like a slice?

Remember if your #Homeschooling you can think outside the box and have your children do a Cooking Class. If Charlie was still in homeschool we would have studied #Pumpkins today. Then for a Homeschool #FieldTrip we would have visited a #PumpkinPatch and then made things out of the Pumpkins we purchased.

Even though Charlie isn’t homeschooling any more it would still be fun to spend time together and relive his childhood and attend a Pumpkin Patch or two. Would you like to go with us? I will purchase us a cup of Hot Chocolate if they have some.

National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day is celebrated every year on October 21st, National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day honestly might be a lot of people’s favorite fall holiday. Just look around fall screams Pumpkin in every way. Including Pumpkin Pie, Halloween, Pumpkin Spiced Latte, Pumpkin-patch dates — and Pumpkin Cheesecake is yet another way to win any American’s heart.

Did you know Cheesecakes can be dated as far back as the 5th Century B.C. when the ancient Greeks made the earliest form of Cheesecake. This Cheesecake essentially consisted ofCheese pounded with Honey and Flour, and cooked on an old-timey griddle. This Cheesecake was known as the ‘Plakous’ meaning ‘flat mass’.

The Cheesecake was then elevated in late Medieval England, where this Cheesecake emerged with a tart-like Pastry base. This Cheesecake spread rapidly across the region. Given its popularity in England, Cheesecake soon made an appearance in American Colonies.

Cheesecake bakers here began to experiment with several different currants and Spices as infusions, however, American Cheesecake truly took a new form when Cream Cheese was introduced. Cream Cheese made the base creamier and sturdier than it had ever been before.

As you can imagine this new and improved Cheesecake became all the rage in the 1930s when Arnold Reuben (the creator of the Reuben Sandwich) introduced the ‘New York Cheesecake’ to the City. I could hear David if I was sharing the information with him that you should sample the New York Cheesecake to make sure it tastes good. Before you ask no, I don’t want a slice. Do you?

Did you know Bakers went on to experiment with an endless array of different flavorings and toppings including Blueberry, Strawberry, Chocolate and along the way, the Pumpkin Cheesecake was born. The Pumpkin Cheesecake went on to win hearts and gain popularity, so much so that Cheesecake lovers declared October 21st to be National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day in 2011, and National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day has since been celebrated every year nationwide.

National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day Activities

1. Consider National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day as an excuse to indulge in a delicious slice (or two) of Pumpkin Cheesecake!
2. Tap into your inner baker and bake your own Pumpkin Cheesecake. From the base and filling to the toppings, get creative with your infusion of Pumpkin into a classic Cheesecake recipe.
3. Take the opportunity today to plan a day of fall activities, include visiting a Pumpkin Patch and smelling fall-scented Candles while sipping on a Pumpkin Spice Latte.
4. Take the time today to end the day with a slice of Pumpkin Cheesecake at your favorite local bakery!

Facts About Cheesecakes

1. Did you know a Cheesecake shot can be made with Vanilla Schnapps and Cranberry Juice.
2. The world’s most expensive Cheesecake is sold for $5,000!
3. For $400, you can order the entire Cheesecake Factory Cheesecake line-up.
4. Back in the day, people could purchase Cheesecake-flavored postage stamps
5. Did you know baking is not the only way to make Cheesecake, you can even chill and set Cheesecake in the fridge.

Why People Love National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day

1. National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day is dedicated to the celebration of two great things coming together. America’s love for Pumpkins in the fall is undeniable, and combining that with one of the most popular desserts is nothing less than a cause for celebration.
2. National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day is one of the many days allotted to this incredible dessert. From a general National Cheesecake Day to individual days for different flavors, Cheesecakes are celebrated widely throughout the year.
3. There is ever a bad time to devour some yummy seasonal treats. However, National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day can be your excuse to call it a cheat day and feed your mind, body, and soul

Recipe for National Cheesecake Day

Ingredients

• CRUST:
• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• FILLING:
• 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
• 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkinhttps://match.prod.bidr.io/cookie-msync?ai=ChMI-4Pv5goQOhiZw-KTi6KJAyAAEgkKB2NoaWNvcnkaA2NoaWAAkgEDY2hp&gdpr=0&gdpr_consent=&gdpr_pd=0&
• 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• TOPPING:
• 2 cups sour cream
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 12 to 16 pecan halves, chopped

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan; chill.
2. For filling, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Stir in the pumpkin, spices and salt.
3. Pour into crust. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 50 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, for topping, combine the sour cream, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Spread over filling; return to the oven for 5 minutes. Cool on rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around the edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer.
5. Refrigerate overnight. Remove ring from pan. Top with chopped pecans. Refrigerate leftovers.

Thank you,

Glenda, Charlie and David Cates