No Bake Eggnog Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust Recipe
A festive and creamy no-bake eggnog cheesecake featuring a spiced gingersnap cookie crust, perfect for holiday celebrations. This easy-to-make dessert combines the rich flavors of eggnog, warm spices, and smooth cream cheese in a chilling process that requires no baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 12 Ginger Snap Cookies
- 2 Tbsp Butter, melted
Filling:
- 16 oz Full Fat Cream Cheese, room temperature
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 Tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 1/2 Cup Eggnog
- 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
Instructions
- Making the Crust: Crush the gingersnap cookies into fine crumbs. Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased deep springform cheesecake pan. Place the crust in the freezer to set while preparing the filling.
- Preparing the Cheesecake Filling: Beat the cream cheese until smooth and soft. Add sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and half of the eggnog to the cream cheese and mix until fully blended and creamy.
- Whipping Cream Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream with the remaining eggnog. Whip this mixture using a mixer until stiff peaks form, ensuring it holds its shape.
- Combining Mixtures: Gently fold the cream cheese mixture into the whipped cream mixture, mixing carefully to maintain the airy texture but fully incorporate both mixtures.
- Chilling the Cheesecake: Pour the combined filling over the chilled gingersnap crust in the springform pan. Refrigerate the cheesecake for 1 to 2 hours until set and firm.
- Serving and Storage: Garnish with whipped topping and a light dusting of nutmeg before serving. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Use a deep springform pan to accommodate the thick cheesecake filling and crust.
- Room temperature cream cheese ensures smoother mixing and better texture.
- Chilling time can be extended up to 4 hours for a firmer cheesecake.
- For a non-alcoholic version, use alcohol-free eggnog.
- Garnish with extra nutmeg or cinnamon for added festive flavor.
Keywords: No Bake Eggnog Cheesecake, Gingersnap Crust, Holiday Cheesecake, Easy Cheesecake, Eggnog Dessert, Christmas Dessert
