Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of the holiday season with this Irresistible Eggnog Cheesecake. Combining creamy cheesecake with the rich essence of eggnog, nutmeg, and cinnamon, this dessert is a showstopper that captures the spirit of celebration. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, it’s easy to make ahead of time, allowing you to savor every moment with family and friends. Each velvety slice radiates warmth and joy—an unforgettable treat that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup eggnog
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (freshly grated)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup of sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden brown; cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth in a large bowl. Gradually add the remaining sugar and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, then blend in eggnog, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust and bake for around 60 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool in the oven with the door ajar for an hour before refrigerating overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg