Eggnog Cheesecake
Eggnog Cheesecake is the ultimate holiday dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the festive flavors of eggnog, nutmeg, and vanilla. With a buttery graham cracker crust and rich velvety filling, this dessert transports you to a winter wonderland in every bite. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it’s sure to impress family and friends while leaving them craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly before each addition. Stir in eggnog, vanilla extract, and nutmeg until just combined.
- Pour filling over the crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 357
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 97mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for even baking. A water bath can prevent cracks in your cheesecake. Feel free to add spices like ginger or substitute sour cream with mascarpone for extra creaminess.