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Preheat oven to 163°C. Combine graham cracker crumbs, light brown sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Press mixture firmly into the base of a 23 cm springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
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Beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until completely smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
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Transfer 2 cups of batter to a separate bowl. Blend in pumpkin purée, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until well incorporated.
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Spoon half of the plain cheesecake batter evenly over the cooled crust. Dollop half of the pumpkin mixture over the plain layer. Repeat with remaining batters.
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Gently swirl the two batters together with a knife to achieve a marbled effect, ensuring not to overmix the layers.
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Bake for 55–60 minutes, or until centre is set. Cool cheesecake in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge to loosen, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.