Description
A delightful twist on classic cheesecake, infused with eggnog, nutmeg, and cinnamon, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
- Nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggnog, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Continue beating until well combined and smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust. Smooth the top with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 240 minutes, or preferably overnight, until the cheesecake is fully set.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg. Carefully release the springform pan and slice to serve.
Notes
For best results, use softened cream cheese and chill overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, eggnog, holiday dessert, festive, creamy dessert