Creamy Gingerbread Cheesecake with Caramel Bliss Delight
A decadent dessert perfect for family gatherings, embodying the festive flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a luscious caramel drizzle.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup melted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter until mixed well.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for about 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and gradually add sugar until no lumps remain.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then incorporate the sour cream, vanilla, ground ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the edges are set, and the center has a slight jiggle.
- Let cool in the pan for an hour, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Before serving, drizzle with caramel sauce and enjoy!
Notes
Serve with whipped cream, crushed gingerbread cookies, or fresh fruit for a delightful contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesecake, gingerbread, dessert, holiday dessert, easy baking