Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of the holidays with this rich and creamy Eggnog Cheesecake. A perfect blend of eggnog, cream cheese, and warm spices, this dessert is sure to be a hit at any Christmas gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup eggnog
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons dark rum or 1 teaspoon rum extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Whipped cream and extra nutmeg for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Make the filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and flour. Gradually add eggnog, then eggs, rum, and nutmeg.
- Bake: Pour batter over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes. Let cool in the oven.
- Chill: Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream and nutmeg before serving.
Notes
- Wrap the springform pan with foil and bake in a water bath for extra smooth texture if preferred.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
