PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE DESSERT 
16 oz. pkg. pound cake mix
3 eggs, divided
2 tbsp. butter, melted
4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice, divided
8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 can sweetened condensed milk
16 oz. can pumpkin
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped walnuts
Whipped cream (optional)

In small mixing bowl combine cake mix, 1 egg, butter, 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice. Beat on low until mixture is crumbly. Press in bottom of 9 x 13 inch baking pan; set aside. In large mixing bowl beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add condensed milk, remaining 2 eggs, pumpkin, remaining pie spice, cinnamon and salt. Mix until blended. pour into crust; sprinkle with nuts. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 45 minutes or until set. Cool. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Cut into squares and top with whipped cream or Cool Whip.

 

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