Eggnog Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup eggnog
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

How to Make Eggnog Cheesecake:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in eggnog, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and salt until the batter is smooth and creamy.
5. Pour the batter over the crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are golden brown.
7. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge to loosen it. Let it cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.

How to Decorate an Eggnog Cheesecake:

1. Before serving, dust the top of the cheesecake with a sprinkle of nutmeg for an extra festive touch.
2. Whip up some fresh cream and pipe decorative swirls along the edges of the cheesecake.
3. Garnish with cinnamon sticks or small cinnamon sugar cookies for a delightful presentation.
4. Drizzle caramel or a spiced rum sauce over individual slices for added flavor.

Enjoy your delicious Eggnog Cheesecake with these delightful decorative touches!