Double Layer PUmpkin Cheesecake

Ingredients

• 2 package(s) cream cheese - 8oz
• 1/2 cup(s) white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 9" prepared graham cracker crust
• 1/2 cup(s) pumpkin puree
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch(s) ground cloves
• 1 pinch(s) ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup(s) frozen whipped topping thawed

Preparation

1. preheat oven to 325 degrees F. IN a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla. beat until smooth. Blend in eggs, one at a time. Remove 1 cup of batter and spread into the bottom of crust. Set aside. Add pumpkin, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg to the remaining batter and stir gently until well blended. Carefully spread over the batter in the crust. Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minute, or until center is almost set. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight. Cover with whipped topping before serving.