Description
Enjoy a simple no-bake gingerbread cheesecake, a rich and creamy dessert perfect for holiday gatherings. This easy recipe captures the essence of the holidays with warm spices and a delightful blend of ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Filling:
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1 tbsp Ginger
- 1 tsp Nutmeg
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- For the Crust:
- 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
- 1/2 cup Butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Everything: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Add ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon, mixing until well-blended.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Chill to Set: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, until firm.
- Serve Delightfully: Carefully remove from the springform pan. Slice and serve cold. Garnish with whipped cream and cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Do not overwhip the heavy cream.
- Chill the cheesecake overnight for the best flavor and texture.
- Experiment with ginger snap cookies for the crust for extra spice.
- A sprinkle of cinnamon and whipped cream adds a festive touch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- This cheesecake can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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