Eggnog Cheesecake

Eggnog Cheesecake III is a rich and festive dessert combining creamy cheesecake with the warm, spiced flavors of eggnog. It features a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth filling infused with eggnog, rum, and nutmeg. Baked and chilled to perfection, this cheesecake is a delightful treat for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients (Serves 12)

For the crust:

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs

• 3 tablespoons melted butter

• 2 tablespoons white sugar
  
  

For the filling:

• 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup white sugar

• ¾ cup eggnog

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs

• 2 tablespoons rum

• 1 pinch ground nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press into bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

3. Bake crust for 10 minutes; cool on wire rack. Increase oven to 425°F (220°C).

4. For filling, blend cream cheese, sugar, eggnog, and flour until smooth. Add eggs, rum, and nutmeg; mix well.

5. Pour filling into cooled crust.

6. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 250°F (120°C) and bake for 45 minutes, until edges are puffed and center slightly jiggles.

7. Loosen sides of pan; cool before removing rim.

8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 277

• Total Fat: 19g

• Saturated Fat: 11g

• Cholesterol: 82mg

• Sodium: 187mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 22g

• Dietary Fiber: 0g

• Sugars: 17g

• Protein: 5g

• Vitamin C: 0mg

• Calcium: 55mg

• Iron: 1mg

• Potassium: 88mg