Description
Indulge in the festive spirit this holiday season with our exquisite Christmas Cheesecake. This creamy dessert features a rich filling infused with seasonal spices, all resting atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg, each slice offers a delightful combination of flavors that will warm your heart and impress your guests. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a special dessert during family celebrations, this cheesecake is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, ensuring it’s the highlight of your festive feasts.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Unsalted butter
- Full-fat cream cheese
- Granulated sugar
- Sour cream
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, gradually adding sugar. Mix in sour cream and vanilla until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time; mix gently to avoid overmixing.
- Pour filling over crust; bake for 50-60 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve topped with whipped cream and spices.
Notes
For best texture, use room temperature ingredients.
A water bath during baking can help prevent cracks.
Chill overnight for enhanced flavor development.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg