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Festive Gingerbread Cheesecake Recipe

This festive gingerbread cheesecake combines the rich flavors of traditional gingerbread with the creamy texture of cheesecake, making it a perfect dessert for holiday gatherings. With a spiced gingerbread crust and a smooth filling, it offers a delightful twist on classic cheesecake.

The recipe is straightforward and requires basic baking techniques. It’s an impressive dessert that will surely be a hit at your Christmas celebrations.

Delicious Gingerbread Cheesecake for the Holidays

A festive gingerbread cheesecake with whipped cream and cookies on a holiday table.

This gingerbread cheesecake features a spiced gingerbread crust topped with a creamy cheesecake filling flavored with molasses and warm spices. The recipe takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes from start to finish and serves 8 to 10 people.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups gingerbread cookie crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Whipped cream for topping (optional)
  • Gingerbread cookies for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). In a medium bowl, combine gingerbread cookie crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Make the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add molasses, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until well combined and creamy.
  3. Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  4. Cool: Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door ajar for 1 hour to cool gradually. Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Serve: Before serving, top with whipped cream and garnish with gingerbread cookies if desired. Slice and enjoy!

Cook and Prep Times

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 8-10 slices
  • Calories: 350kcal
  • Fat: 22g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g

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