Eggnog Cheesecake
Eggnog Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert infused with warm spices, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Equipment
- springform pan
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
Filling
- 3 packages cream cheese softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup eggnog
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a springform pan.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, then press into the pan to form the crust. Bake for 8–10 minutes and let cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar and mix until creamy.
- Add eggnog, vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon, mixing gently.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing lightly after each addition.
- Mix in flour and heavy cream until smooth.
- Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes until center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks in the cheesecake. Chill overnight for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22g
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