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Eggnog Cheesecake Recipe

Creamy Eggnog Cheesecake Recipe for Holiday Cheer

This Eggnog Cheesecake Recipe is a festive and creamy dessert perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Consider gluten-free options for a different twist.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Salted Butter Binds the crust ingredients together.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the crust.
  • 1 tsp Ground Nutmeg Enhances the festive flavor.
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Full-fat is a must for best results.
  • 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 cup Eggnog Opt for chilled homemade eggnog.
  • 3 large Eggs Add one at a time for optimal mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Integrates sweetness throughout the filling.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Used for whipped topping.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the whipped cream.
  • 1 tsp Ground Nutmeg Sprinkle on top for finishing touch.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • aluminum foil
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine crust ingredients and press into the pan.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes and let cool.
  4. Wrap the pan in aluminum foil for the water bath.
Filling
  1. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and flour together until smooth.
  2. Add in eggnog and nutmeg, stir in eggs one at a time.
  3. Pour filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top.
  4. Place the pan in a water bath and reduce oven temperature to 300°F (148°C).
  5. Bake for 90 to 100 minutes until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
  6. Cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator overnight.
Topping
  1. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  2. Pipe or dollop whipped cream on top of the cheesecake, sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use full-fat ingredients and chill your eggnog beforehand.

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