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Eggnog Cheesecake

Decadent Eggnog Cheesecake: Your Festive Holiday Delight

This Eggnog Cheesecake blends creamy cheesecake richness with spiced eggnog flavor, making it an impressive holiday dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 8 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Finely crushed
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Melted
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Can substitute brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated recommended
For the Filling
  • 24 ounces Cream Cheese Room temperature
  • 1 cup Eggnog Chilled, non-aged
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute gluten-free blend
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Sifted
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Cold
  • 1/4 cup Pearl Sprinkles Optional

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • roasting pan
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and nutmeg until well blended. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden and fragrant, then cool slightly.
  4. Wrap the springform pan with aluminum foil and reduce oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, flour, eggnog, and nutmeg until creamy.
  6. Add room-temperature eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition.
  7. Pour the cheesecake batter into the cooled crust. Wrap the springform pan in foil.
  8. Place the wrapped pan in a larger roasting pan and fill the roasting pan halfway with warm water.
  9. Bake for 1 hour and 30-40 minutes, monitoring closely for a slight jiggle in the center.
  10. Turn off the oven, slightly crack the door, and let cool for 30 minutes.
  11. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 5-6 hours or overnight.
  12. For the topping, whip cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add eggnog and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  13. Pipe the whipped cream onto the cheesecake, sprinkle with nutmeg and optional pearl sprinkles, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Room temperature ingredients help achieve a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing eggs to prevent cracks. Chill the cheesecake overnight for best flavor.

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