Mini Eggnog Cheesecakes with Whipped Cream

Mini eggnog cheesecakes topped with whipped cream are a delicious holiday dessert that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the festive flavors of eggnog. Here’s a recipe to make these delightful mini cheesecakes

Ingredients

  • For the Crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 2 packages (16 ounces total) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • For the Topping:
  • 1 cup whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
  • Ground nutmeg and cinnamon for garnish

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or use a silicone muffin mold.
2
Combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated with butter.
3
Divide the graham cracker mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing it firmly to create the crust for each mini cheesecake.
4
In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
5
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6
Stir in the eggnog, vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
7
Pour the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crusts in each muffin cup, filling them almost to the top.
8
Bake the mini cheesecakes in the oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly jiggly.
9
Remove the cheesecakes from the oven and let them cool in the muffin tin for about 15 minutes.
10
Transfer the mini cheesecakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
11
Once the cheesecakes are cooled, refrigerate them for at least 2 hours or until they are thoroughly chilled and set.
12
Before serving, top each mini eggnog cheesecake with a dollop of whipped cream.
13
Sprinkle a pinch of ground nutmeg and cinnamon over the whipped cream for garnish.
14
Serve and enjoy your festive mini eggnog cheesecakes!

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