Description
A delightful holiday dessert that combines the rich, creamy texture of classic cheesecake with the festive flavors of eggnog.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup eggnog
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl, press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggnog, eggs, vanilla extract, and nutmeg; mix until well combined.
- Pour filling into crust and bake for 50-60 minutes, until center is set but jiggly. Let cool in the oven with the door ajar.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing; don’t overbake the cheesecake; let it sit at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg