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Eggnog Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

Decadent Eggnog Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust Delight

Indulge in Eggnog Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust, a festive dessert that combines rich flavors and creamy texture for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gingersnap Crust
  • 2 cups Gingersnap Cookies Substitute with gingerbread cookies for a different flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces Philadelphia Cream Cheese Essential for a smooth, creamy filling.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can be swapped with heavy cream if needed.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Stabilizes the filling.
  • 1 cup Eggnog Use homemade or high-quality store-bought.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Whipped for topping.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Food processor
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter. Pulse gingersnap cookies into fine crumbs in a food processor.
  2. Melt unsalted butter and mix with cookie crumbs until well combined. Press into the pan and chill for 30 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sour cream, sugar, and cornstarch.
  4. Blend in eggnog and then eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F. Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 45 minutes.
  6. Turn off oven and crack the door open, allowing cheesecake to cool inside for 1 hour.
  7. Refrigerate until fully set, at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread over the cheesecake.
  9. Chill again before serving for the best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the crust for 30 minutes for a sturdy base. Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother filling. Avoid cracking by not opening the oven door during baking.

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