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.)
  • MixerNo-Bake EGGNOG Cheesecake Recipe - Perfect for Entertaining! - MomDot (7) (see the ones I like below)

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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

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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!

  • 1 pkg (3.4 oz INSTANT Vanilla Pudding)
  • 2 16 oz bars of cream cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups eggnog
  • 1 graham cracker or chocolate cracker no-bake crust
  • pinch of cinnamon (pinch of nutmeg)
  • 1 cup whipped topping ((The kind that is frozen and has to be thawed before using.))
  • Mixer
  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.

**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? ›

Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6-8 hours, but overnight is better. For a sturdy no-bake cheesecake with beautifully neat slices, refrigerate for at least 12 hours. This makes for a great make-ahead dessert!

Why is my no bake cheesecake base soggy? ›

I'd say it's too much liquid in the cheesecake batter and it didn't set fast enough and the liquid and moisture got into the base. Baking the base would help, but I guess if you need to bake it then there's no point to make a no bake cheesecake. Buiscuits, butter and a bit of cocoa powder for the base.

Does no bake cheesecake get firm? ›

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. During that time, the filling will lend some of its moisture to the crust, making it considerably less crumbly.

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 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.

Can you over mix no bake cheesecake? ›

If you are making a plain cheesecake such as my no-bake vanilla cheesecake, you can probably get away with cold ingredients, but generally the cream cheese should be room temp. Often a cheesecake mixture can split or curdle because of over mixing – I often get comments of 'how long do I mix for?

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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How do you keep a cheesecake crust crisp? ›

Tip: To get more crispness in the cheesecake base, brush some lightly beaten egg white over the surface of the biscuit layer before you bake it. The egg wash will form a layer between the cheesecake base and filling, and this will help to reduce the amount of moisture penetrating the biscuit base.

How do you know when a no-bake cheesecake is done? ›

Try this: The cheesecake should be shiny and firm to the touch when set. You can move the cheesecake to the fridge for 30 minutes before slicing, but freezing any longer will make for a frozen cheesecake without the same delightfully creamy texture as the just-refrigerated version.

Why is my no-bake cheesecake not hardening? ›

The primary reason a no-bake cheesecake is too runny or doesn't set up properly is generally the temperature of the ingredients. If your cream cheese is too warm, the mixture will be too soft and will never set up properly.

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 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 happens if you over beat cheesecake? ›

When making your filling, overmixing can lead to incorporating too much air into the batter. Once baked, the air bubbles will burst, and the cheesecake will fall and crack. THE FIX: The number one reason why you'd overbeat your batter is because you're having dificulty incorporating cold ingredients.

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.

Why is my no bake cheesecake base too hard? ›

If your cheesecake base is too hard – this can be down to a few things, such as brands of biscuits, too much butter, or a really cold fridge (or if you froze the cheesecake). Generally I stick to a rule of about 100-150g of butter in a biscuit base.

How do you save a no bake cheesecake that didn't set? ›

After the chill time, if your cheesecake still isn't firm enough, you can freeze it to help it set up. Be careful not to freeze it too long unwrapped though; it can cause the texture to become gritty.

How long can a no bake cheesecake sit out? ›

The USDA says to avoid the “danger zone” you must place a cooled cheesecake in the fridge within two hours. You can set a timer for yourself so you don't forget and risk wasting all that beautiful, rich dessert.

Will cheesecake firm up in fridge? ›

It also needs to spend four hours, or ideally overnight, in the fridge before slicing and eating to ensure the perfect velvety smooth texture.

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