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Christmas Gingerbread Cheesecake Recipe

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This Christmas Gingerbread Cheesecake combines the festive flavors of gingerbread spices with a rich and creamy cream cheese filling, all nestled on a buttery gingerbread cookie crust. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this cheesecake offers a delightful blend of warm spices and smooth texture to celebrate the season.

Ingredients

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For the crust

  • 1.5 cups gingerbread cookie crumbs (finely crushed)
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted

For the filling

  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 cups sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Start by gathering all your ingredients and ensure everything is at room temperature to help with smooth mixing and even baking.
  2. Make the crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). In a bowl, combine the finely crushed gingerbread cookie crumbs with the melted unsalted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form an even crust layer. Bake the crust for about 10 minutes, then remove and let it cool completely.
  3. Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to incorporate fully. Then add the vanilla extract, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg, mixing until the spices are evenly distributed. Stir in the sour cream until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
  4. Bake the cheesecake: Pour the prepared filling evenly over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) for 55 to 60 minutes. The edges should be set while the center remains slightly jiggly. This will ensure a creamy texture once cooled.
  5. Cool and chill: Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature on a wire rack. Then, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to set completely and develop flavors before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients, especially the cream cheese and eggs, are at room temperature to prevent lumps and cracking in the cheesecake.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the eggs are added to avoid incorporating too much air, which can cause cracking.
  • Use a springform pan for easy removal of the cheesecake after baking.
  • You can garnish the finished cheesecake with whipped cream, crystallized ginger, or a dusting of cinnamon for extra festive appeal.
  • Store leftover cheesecake tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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