Description
Looking for the best Christmas cheesecake recipe? This one is quick, easy, and festive! A simple idea for holiday dessert that’s creamy, colorful, and perfect for any gathering. Great for holiday parties, potlucks, or even as a healthy-ish sweet treat alternative. Save this easy cheesecake idea for your Christmas celebration!
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups whipped cream
- Red gel food coloring
- Green gel food coloring
- 1/2 cup red velvet cake crumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a water bath.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter and press into bottom of springform pan. Freeze while preparing filling.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and sour cream. Mix until combined.
- Pour filling over crust. Bake in water bath for 55–65 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Divide whipped cream into two bowls. Tint one red, the other green. Pipe swirls on top of chilled cheesecake.
- Sprinkle red velvet cake crumbs on top for decoration. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling.
- Skip red velvet crumbs and use holiday sprinkles for a different look.
- Freezes well before decorating thaw overnight before serving.
- Use a piping bag with star tips for clean whipped cream swirls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American