Description
Eggnog Cheesecake is a festive delight that embodies the spirit of the holiday season. With its rich blend of eggnog, vanilla, and nutmeg nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust, this creamy dessert is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Every bite offers a taste of nostalgia, making it an irresistible choice that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in eggnog, vanilla extract, and nutmeg until combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for about 55-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door open; let cool for about an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Release from the springform pan, slice, and serve chilled. Garnish with whipped cream or extra nutmeg if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg