No-Bake EGGNOG Cheesecake Recipe - Perfect for Entertaining! - MomDot (2024)

This no-bake Eggnog Cheesecake recipe uses vanilla pudding, cream cheese, eggnog, and whipped topping to make a light and fluffy cheesecake that is ready SUPER fast! It’s our go-to for holiday entertaining and when we need to bring a dessert to a gathering!

We usually make this dessert either for Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve. With a delicious familiar eggnog taste and no-bake, we’ll show you how to make this eggnog cheesecake recipe so you can go from cooking to eating in no time!

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No-Bake Eggnog Cheesecake

This season while you are busy popping things in the oven, there is a way to get a delicious, creamy and delightful Eggnog Cheesecake on the table, no-bake style.

If you have never had a No Bake Eggnog Cheesecake, you are going to be wowed by this restaurant-quality dessert with almost no work and zero oven time. If you can mix (or turn on a mixer), you’ve got this.

If you love desserts as much as I do, you must also add this Christmas Crack recipe to your list this season.

5 pounds this Christmas, HERE. I. COME.

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No-Bake Eggnog Cheesecake Recipe

  • 1 pkg (3.4 oz) INSTANT Vanilla PuddingNo-Bake EGGNOG Cheesecake Recipe - Perfect for Entertaining! - MomDot (3)
  • 2 bars of Cream CheeseNo-Bake EGGNOG Cheesecake Recipe - Perfect for Entertaining! - MomDot (4) (16oz)
  • 1 1/2 cup eggnogNo-Bake EGGNOG Cheesecake Recipe - Perfect for Entertaining! - MomDot (5)
  • 1 graham cracker or chocolate cracker no-bake crust
  • Pinch of cinnamonNo-Bake EGGNOG Cheesecake Recipe - Perfect for Entertaining! - MomDot (6)
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • 1 cup whipped topping (Do not use cream. Use the kind that goes in the freezer but needs to be thawed before using.)
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How to Make a No-Bake Eggnog Cheesecake

To get started on this recipe, you have to make your pudding. Mix it up according to the directions on the box.

Now add your eggnog to the pudding and beat on low until they’re well mixed about 3-4 minutes.

Add whipped topping and cream cheese.

Mix until complete mixed, this took a little bit of time – about 8 minutes.

Add a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg to make sure the eggnog flavor comes through.

Your mixture should be thick and stick to the spoon or whisk when it’s done mixing.

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Layer your mixture into the crust.

Put your cheesecake in the fridge for 2-3 hours to set completely.

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No-Bake Eggnog Cheesecake Recipe

With a delicious familiar eggnog taste and no time in the kitchen at all, this simple dessert is perfect for entertaining at your home or someone else's!

Servings: 10 people

Author: Stephanie Dirks

What You Need

  • 1pkg3.4 oz INSTANT Vanilla Pudding
  • 216 oz bars of cream cheese
  • 1 1/2cupseggnog
  • 1graham cracker or chocolate cracker no-bake crust
  • pinchof cinnamonpinch of nutmeg
  • 1cupwhipped topping(The kind that is frozen and has to be thawed before using.)
  • Mixer

Instructions

  1. First, make the vanilla pudding according to the directions on the package.

  2. Add the eggnog to the pudding and beat on low until the mixture is complete, approximately3-4 minutes.

  3. Add whipped topping and cream cheese.

  4. Mix until completely mixed – about 8 minutes.

  5. Add the pinch of cinnamon and pinch of nutmeg.

  6. Your mixture should be thick and stick to the spoon when it’s done mixing.

  7. Layer the mixture into the crust.

  8. Put the cheesecake in the fridge for 2-3 hours until it's completely set.

Notes

**Want to change the flavor? Try white chocolate instead of vanilla pudding!

How To Make Mini Eggnog Cheesecakes

You could also easily make this recipe into mini eggnog cheesecakes or serve it in a mason jar as I did with the Strawberry Pretzel Dessert!

To turn them into mini eggnog cheesecakes, simply buy mini cheesecake crust cups and divide the filling between them.

You can also use silicone muffin liners. Put the liners into a muffin tin and press a graham cracker crust mixture in the bottom of each muffin liner. Top with the cheesecake filling, but only about an inch deep.

Once they’re cooled and completely set you can remove the silicone liners from the muffin tins and then pull them away from the finished mini cheesecakes for serving.

Because I purchased at Save-A-Lot, the ingredients were very wallet-friendly making each cheesecake I made cheaper than buying one premade – with the fresh flavor of homemade!

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FAQs:

Q: Can I use a different crust for this no-bake cheesecake?

A: Oh yes. You typically won’t find anything aside from the chocolate and graham crusts at the store. However, you can easily make your own crust by mixing about 1 1/2 cups of any sweet cookie or cracker with 1/4 cup sugar (if needed) and 1/3 cup of melted butter. Press the mixture in the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish then proceed.

Our favorite alternative crusts for this no-bake eggnog cheesecake are:

  • Gingersnap
  • Animal cookies
  • Chocolate chip cookies

Q: Can I use a different pudding in this no-bake eggnog cheesecake?

A: Yes, but not all flavors of pudding go well with the flavor of eggnog. We’ve used vanilla, tapioca, and white chocolate. Still, our favorite is vanilla.

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FAQs

How do you keep a no-bake cheesecake firm? ›

Chilling the Cheesecake

But given time to chill all the way down to 40°F (4°C), which takes about six hours, the filling becomes firm and dense, much more like a "real" cheesecake and far easier to slice.

Why is my no-bake cheesecake base soggy? ›

baked crust (even one with less butter) means your filling will ooze into the crust and make it soggy. Try this instead: Most importantly, you should make sure to chill the crumb crust at least 10 minutes before filling it, but even longer is better.

How do you thicken a no-bake cheesecake filling? ›

Add Gelatin or Cornstarch

If your filling is really runny, you can add a little bit of gelatin or cornstarch to thicken it up. Gelatin is great for adding firmness, while cornstarch can thicken the mixture without making it too firm.

Can you over whip no-bake cheesecake? ›

Runny Cheesecake mixtures

Sometimes, you can simply over whisk, or under whisk a mixture. I cannot explain the differences, as it can vary as to why! You need to make sure when whisking a no-bake cheesecake mixture that you keep an eye on the mixture constantly so you can see when it thickens up!

Can you leave no bake cheesecake out overnight? ›

Leaving cheesecake out overnight is not recommended, as it can lead to food safety concerns. It should be refrigerated within 2 hours of serving to prevent spoilage and maintain its freshness.

Should I cover no bake cheesecake in the fridge? ›

No-bake cheesecakes should be stored in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and prevent spoilage. Here are some tips for storing no-bake cheesecakes: Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap or foil to prevent it from drying out or absorbing any odors from other foods in the fridge.

What not to do when making cheesecake? ›

16 Mistakes You're Making With Homemade Cheesecake
  1. Working with cold ingredients. Hobo_018/Getty Images. ...
  2. Using whipped cream cheese. ...
  3. Using low-fat cream cheese. ...
  4. Undermixing your cheesecake. ...
  5. Not diversifying your cheeses. ...
  6. Not being careful with your eggs. ...
  7. Only making plain cheesecake. ...
  8. Baking in anything but a springform pan.
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Why is my cheesecake still jiggly in the middle? ›

You might worry a runny middle means raw cheesecake, but it's totally safe and normal. The center will firm up as it cools on a cooling rack, resulting in the smooth surface you want. Test Kitchen Tip: Cheesecakes made with sour cream should jiggle a little more and will have a larger soft spot in the center.

What happens when you overbeat cheesecake batter? ›

Overmixing may lead to cracks and a grainy texture

With a batter mainly composed of cream cheese, sugar, and egg yolks, you can quickly form cracks in your cheesecake with the excess air that comes from overmixing (via Cheesecakes World).

What brand of cream cheese is best for cheesecake? ›

Philadelphia cream cheese is a popular brand of cream cheese that is often used in cheesecake recipes, but there are many other brands of cream cheese that can be used as well.

What is no bake cheesecake filling made of? ›

This 15-minute, no-fuss No Bake Cheesecake Filling for a Cake only has 4 ingredients and is easy to make using cream cheese, confectioners sugar, heavy cream and vanilla.

Can you eat Philadelphia no bake cheesecake filling? ›

Yes, Philadelphia makes a 24-ounce tub of pre-made cheesecake filling that you can use directly from the fridge—no baking necessary. The tub has everything you want from the sugary, sweet, cream cheese filling of a cheesecake, and it's ready to serve as-is.

Is the Jello no bake cheesecake good? ›

Jello No Bake is a delicious product and simple, absolutely simple to make!!! I am a big fan of cheesecake but it is a bit involved to prepare. This Jello No Bake is right up there with the appearance, flavor, and texture of cheesecake! The only difference is that it is so much quicker and easier to prepare.

Why did my no bake cheesecake curdle? ›

Learn how to fix lumpy cheesecake batter by gently warming the batter, mixing it gently or sieving it. This helps salvage broken or curdled cheesecake batter and melting cream cheese lumps. Cold ingredients are often the cause of lumpy cheesecake batter.

What is the US equivalent to double cream? ›

The British use double cream in recipes the way we use heavy cream or whipping cream here in the US, but they also allow it to accompany dessert the way we might use ice cream.

Why is my no-bake cheesecake base too hard? ›

It's often simply a case of compressing the mix too much! I have done this many times before - I press the cookie and butter mix down into the tin too hard. This can make it very hard to cut through once it's set. Try compressing it more gently: it doesn't need to be packed in to set well as a base.

How long can a no-bake cheesecake sit out? ›

No-bake cheesecake must be refrigerated when it is first made to allow it to set properly. It also requires refrigerating for storage and should not sit out longer than two hours for serving. Any leftovers should also be refrigerated.

Will cheesecake firm up in fridge? ›

Don't worry about it. The outside edge of your crust will look a bit soggy at first, but it will set up in the fridge overnight with none the wiser. Promise. Wrong pan size: If you only have a 10-inch pan and you want to make a recipe for a 9-inch cheesecake, it's fine to use the pan you have.

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