Eggnog Cheesecake Cookie Cups
Eggnog Cheesecake Cookie Cups are the ultimate holiday indulgence, blending creamy cheesecake with the festive flavors of eggnog, all nestled in a buttery cookie cup. These delightful bite-sized treats are perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy nights by the fire, or as a sweet surprise for family and friends. With just the right amount of spices and a rich filling, they’re sure to impress everyone at your next celebration!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually stir in all-purpose flour until just combined; scoop about a tablespoon of dough into each muffin cup and press down to shape.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing, then pour in eggnog and spices; blend until creamy.
- Spoon cheesecake filling into each cookie cup until nearly full. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie cup (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg