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Gingerbread Cheesecake

Indulgent Gingerbread Cheesecake for Holiday Bliss

This Gingerbread Cheesecake is a perfect blend of warm spices and creamy cheesecake, creating a delightful holiday dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups ginger snap cookies crushed
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter melted
Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cups sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
Optional Toppings
  • whipped cream for topping
  • crushed ginger snap cookies for topping
  • ground cinnamon for garnish

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. Combine the ginger snap cookies, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix and press into the bottom of the pan, then bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each.
  6. Mix in sour cream and spices until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 60 minutes until set around the edges and slightly jiggly in the center.
  9. Cool gradually in the oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  10. Remove the springform pan sides, top with whipped cream, crushed ginger snap cookies, and ground cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing for a smooth texture. Chilling overnight enhances flavor and texture.

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