Description
Indulge in the warmth of the holiday season with this Irresistible Eggnog Cheesecake. Creamy and rich, this easy-to-make dessert combines classic eggnog flavors with a buttery graham cracker crust, all topped off with a sprinkle of nutmeg. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this cheesecake not only delights the taste buds but also impresses guests with its festive charm. Simple enough for any home cook, it’s sure to become a holiday favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden brown; let cool.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth in a large bowl. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream.
- Pour in eggnog and spices; mix well before adding eggs one at a time until fully blended.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight. Top with whipped cream if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg