Description
Irresistible Eggnog Cheesecake is a festive delight that embodies the warmth and joy of the holiday season. With its creamy texture, rich eggnog flavor, and hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, this cheesecake is sure to be the star of your dessert table. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, each bite offers a taste of holiday magic that will leave your guests asking 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 (room temperature)
- 1 cup Eggnog
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- ½ tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 1 cup Sour Cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar, then add eggs one at a time. Mix in eggnog, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gently fold in sour cream until just combined. Avoid overmixing for the best texture.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center. Cool before chilling in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg