Holiday Spice Cheesecake
Looking for a show-stopping dessert to impress your guests this holiday season? This Holiday Spice Cheesecake is the perfect blend of rich, creamy goodness and warm spices that capture the essence of festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, this cheesecake will delight both kids and adults alike. With a gluten-free option available, it’s an inclusive treat everyone can enjoy. Prepare it in advance to save time on the big day, and watch as everyone asks for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1–3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs (gluten-free option available)
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 4 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 cups sour cream (gluten-free if needed)
- 2 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- For the crust, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugars until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed. Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, allspice, and salt until fully combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust. Bake for 55-65 minutes until nearly set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before refrigerating overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg