Description

Indulge in the holiday spirit with this delightful Eggnog Cheesecake. This creamy dessert perfectly blends the rich flavors of traditional eggnog with a smooth cheesecake texture, making it a standout choice for any festive gathering. With its buttery graham cracker crust and light eggnog-infused whipped cream topping, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests at Christmas dinner or holiday parties. Prepare it ahead of time, let it chill, and serve it garnished with a dash of nutmeg for an extra festive touch.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup sugar
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ cup melted butter
Pinch of salt
2 pounds cream cheese, softened
1 cup eggnog
1 cup granulated sugar
5 large eggs
¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free)(optional)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons eggnog
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, nutmeg, melted butter, and salt; press into a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
In a stand mixer, beat cream cheese, then add sugar and eggnog until smooth. Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by nutmeg and vanilla.
Wrap the pan in foil, place in a roasting pan filled with hot water, and bake for 60-90 minutes until slightly jiggly.
Cool gradually in the oven for an hour, then refrigerate overnight.
Whip heavy cream with eggnog and powdered sugar; spread over chilled cheesecake before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 90 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Bake in a water bath to avoid cracks. Chill overnight to enhance flavor.