Description
A rich and creamy gingerbread cheesecake with a spiced flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
- Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in flour, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour batter over the crust.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until set.
- Cool in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger for a stronger flavor.
- Top with whipped cream or caramel sauce if desired.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: gingerbread cheesecake, cheesecake recipe, holiday dessert