Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of Philadelphia Eggnog Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust, a delightful dessert that captures the spirit of the holiday season. This creamy cheesecake blends the classic taste of eggnog with a crunchy gingersnap crust, creating an irresistible treat for any gathering. Perfect for Christmas parties or cozy family dinners, this dessert is both easy to make and sure to impress your guests. With its rich filling and spiced undertones, this cheesecake not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also brings a touch of holiday magic to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz gingersnap cookies
- 4.5 oz butter (approximately 9 tablespoons)
- 24 oz Philadelphia cream cheese
- 1½ cups sour cream
- 7 tablespoons sugar
- ½ cup eggnog
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 eggs
- â…“ cup eggnog for whipped topping
- ½ cup whipping cream for whipped topping
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for whipped topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Crush gingersnap cookies into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat Philadelphia cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add sour cream, eggnog, cornstarch, and eggs one at a time until just combined.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for about 45 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature for an hour, then refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
- For whipped topping, whip together whipping cream, powdered sugar, and eggnog until soft peaks form.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg