Description
Eggnog Cheesecake is a delightful festive dessert that marries the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm, spiced flavors of eggnog, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Set on a buttery graham cracker crust, this luscious treat is perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp nutmeg (preferably freshly grated)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until combined. Press mixture into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until incorporated.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in eggnog, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon until fully combined.
- Pour filling over crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cheesecake to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight. Serve chilled.
Notes
- This cheesecake pairs well with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg on top.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg