Enjoy a rich and creamy nutmeg eggnog cheesecake that’s a festive centerpiece for any holiday gathering.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:60 minutes
Cook Time:375 minutes
Total Time:435 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs (Can substitute with digestive biscuits)
1/2 cup Salted Butter (Use unsalted butter with a pinch of salt for a substitute)
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor)
1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg (Use freshly grated for best flavor)
24 ounces Cream Cheese (Ensure it’s at room temperature)
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (Can substitute with a gluten-free blend)
1 cup Eggnog (Store-bought or homemade)
4 large Eggs (No substitutes recommended)
1 cup Heavy Cream (Coconut cream is a good dairy-free alternative)
2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar (Omit for a less sweet topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and butter.
Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and nutmeg until resembling wet sand; press into bottom of pan and bake for 10 minutes.
Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (148°C). Blend cream cheese, sugar, and flour until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually mix in eggnog and nutmeg, then add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed.
Pour filling into cooled crust, smooth the top, and wrap the bottom of the pan with foil before placing in a larger pan with hot water.
Bake for about 1.5 hours until edges are set and center jiggles slightly. Cool in the oven for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight.
Before serving, whip cream with eggnog and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Remove cheesecake from the springform pan, top with whipped cream and nutmeg, then serve.