No Bake Eggnog Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our No Bake Eggnog Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust, a perfect treat for the holiday season or any festive gathering. This creamy cheesecake combines the rich, spiced essence of eggnog with a crunchy gingersnap crust, creating a unique dessert that will impress your guests and make every occasion special. With no baking required, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows you to focus on celebrating with family and friends. Whether served at a holiday party or enjoyed as a sweet surprise, this cheesecake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 Ginger Snap Cookies
- 2 Tbsp Butter (melted)
- 16 oz Full Fat Cream Cheese (room temp)
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Vanilla
- 1/4 Tsp Cinnamon
- 1/4 Tsp Nutmeg
- 1/2 Cup Eggnog
- 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
Instructions
- Begin by crushing the gingersnap cookies into fine crumbs and mixing them with melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat the room temperature cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Incorporate vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and eggnog into the mixture.
- Whip the heavy cream in another bowl until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture until fully blended.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust and smooth it out using a rubber spatula. Cover and refrigerate for at least 90 minutes or until set.
- Carefully remove from the springform pan, slice into wedges, and serve chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg