Advent Day 21: Eggnog Cheesecake

While eggnog happens to be one of my own favorite flavors, I believe that cheesecake is one of those perfect foods that you can serve to people.  Hospitality is rather a huge deal in many countries in the world, but note in the following, that hospitality is one of the marks of being a Christian:

Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor. Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord.  Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints; extend hospitality to strangers.

Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly; do not claim to be wiser than you are. Do not repay anyone evil for evil, but take thought for what is noble in the sight of all. If it is possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave room for the wrath of God; for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” No, “if your enemies are hungry, feed them; if they are thirsty, give them something to drink; for by doing this you will heap burning coals on their heads.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.  (Romans 12:9-20)

NO-BAKE EGGNOG CHEESECAKE

(From the CincyShopper Blog)

INGREDIENTS
Crust:

• 30 Graham Crackers crushed or 3 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
• 5 tbsp melted Butter
• 2 tbsp Brown Sugar

Filling:

• 16 oz softened Cream Cheese
• 1 cup Sugar
• 1/2 cup Eggnog
• 1 tsp Rum Extract
• 1/2 tsp Nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
• 16 ounce Heavy Whipping Cream

DIRECTIONS

1. Crush graham crackers in food processor.
2. Add melted butter and sugar and pulse to incorporate.
3. Press mixture into bottom an partially up the sides of a springform pan.
4. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to firm.
5. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy.
6. Add in eggnog, rum extract, nutmeg and cinnamon. Beat until fully blended.
7. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
8. Fold eggnog mixture into whipped cream.
9. Spread evenly into crust.
10. Refrigerate at least 2-3 hours before serving.
11. Garnish with additional whipped topping if desired.