Description
Eggnog cheesecake is a festive delight that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm spices of traditional eggnog. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, this dessert offers a luscious texture and unforgettable flavor that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Each slice is a celebration of seasonal joy, leaving everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- For the crust, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well.
- Add eggnog, nutmeg, and cinnamon; mix until just combined.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Pour filling into the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and let it cool inside with the door cracked open to prevent cracks.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 105g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg