Description
Eggnog Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert that combines the flavors of traditional eggnog with a smooth cheesecake base, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the eggnog, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For a stronger eggnog flavor, use a higher quality eggnog.
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother texture.
- This cheesecake can be made a day in advance for convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Eggnog Cheesecake, Holiday Dessert, Christmas Cheesecake