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Delightful Christmas Cheesecake for Holiday Celebrations

Christmas Cheesecake made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips melted

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Prepare the graham cracker crust by mixing crumbs and melted butter.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
  5. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and spices; mix until combined.
  7. Fold in sour cream and melted white chocolate until smooth.
  8. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is set.
  10. Turn off the oven and let it cool for 1 hour inside.
  11. Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  12. Garnish and serve as desired.