Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of the holiday season with this Irresistible Eggnog Cheesecake. With its creamy texture and hints of nutmeg, this decadent dessert is perfect for any celebration or cozy evening. Whether it’s a family gathering or a quiet night in, every slice of this cheesecake brings warmth and joy, making it a must-have treat for your holiday table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until moistened. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in eggnog, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg until combined.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door to let it cool gradually. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg