Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°.

Step 2

Line 24 regular sized muffin tins with paper liners.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 c. sugar, 1/4 c. brown sugar, and melted butter; mix well.

Step 4

Divide evenly among lined muffin tins (approx. 1 1/2 Tbsp. each) and press down firmly. Chill while filling is being prepared.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin, 1/2 c. brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Mix well.

Step 6

In a separate bowl combine softened cream cheese, 1/2 c. sugar, and vanilla. Blend until creamy.

Step 7

Combine the pumpkin mixture with the cream cheese mixture; blend until smooth.

Step 8

Scoop 1/3 c. filling into each muffin cup.

Step 9

Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until centers are set.

Step 10

Cool on a wire rack; refrigerate, covered, 2-3 hours or until ready to serve.