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Eggnog Cheesecake

Eggnog Cheesecake: A Creamy Holiday Indulgence to Savor

This Eggnog Cheesecake is a creamy holiday delight combining nostalgic flavors with a spiced crust, perfect for festive gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups crushed Snickerdoodle cookies can swap with graham crackers
  • 1/4 cup organic brown sugar consider coconut sugar for healthier alternative
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
For the Filling
  • 16 oz organic cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup organic cane sugar or granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons organic all-purpose flour almond flour can be gluten-free substitute
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large organic eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 cup high-quality eggnog
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
For Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Snickerdoodle cookies

Equipment

  • cheesecake pan
  • Stand Mixer
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Eggnog Cheesecake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cheesecake pan with unsalted butter.
  2. Combine crushed Snickerdoodle cookies, organic brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted unsalted butter. Press into the pan and bake for 5 minutes.
  3. Blend organic cream cheese, organic cane sugar, and organic all-purpose flour on low speed until combined. Gradually add organic eggs and mix gently.
  4. Mix in Greek yogurt, eggnog, vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves until smooth. Pour into the crust.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until edges are set. Let cool with the oven door slightly ajar for 5 minutes.
  6. Cool at room temperature for 15-20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
  7. Top with whipped cream and crumbled Snickerdoodle cookies before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

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