Eggnog Salted Pretzel Cheesecake
Eggnog Salted Pretzel Cheesecake - A Decadent Holiday Treat
Looking for a show-stopping dessert to impress your guests this holiday season? Look no further than this Eggnog Salted Pretzel Cheesecake recipe! This dessert is the perfect combination of sweet and salty, with a creamy cheesecake filling infused with the flavors of eggnog and a crunchy, salty pretzel crust.
Ingredients (serves 8-10):
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup eggnog
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
Cooking Tips:
- Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before starting to mix the filling. This will ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Use a food processor to crush the pretzels into fine crumbs for the crust.
- To prevent cracks in your cheesecake, avoid overmixing the filling and be sure to let it cool slowly in the oven after baking.
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 1/4 cup of sugar. Mix well and press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until smooth. Add the eggnog, eggs, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and salt, and mix until well combined.
4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the pretzel crust and smooth out the top with a spatula.
5. Bake the cheesecake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
6. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
7. Once the cheesecake has cooled, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
8. When ready to serve, remove the cheesecake from the pan and slice into wedges.
Appearance and Taste:
This Eggnog Salted Pretzel Cheesecake is a stunning dessert that will impress your guests with its unique combination of flavors and textures. The pretzel crust adds a satisfying crunch to each bite, while the creamy cheesecake filling is infused with the warm, spicy flavors of eggnog and nutmeg. The saltiness of the pretzels balances out the sweetness of the filling, making for a perfectly balanced dessert that is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.
Type: Dessert, Cheesecake
Main Ingredients: Pretzels, Cream Cheese, Eggnog
