If you’ve never thought about serving cheesecake on Christmas, we’ve got plenty of reasons you should.

And while we’re partial to a schedule, it’s nice to mix things up sometimes.

That’s where these fun Christmas cheesecake recipes come in.

Ambrosia Cheesecake

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The gingersnap crust adds a welcome amount of spice.

Bourbon-Praline Cheesecake

The reviews for this beautiful cheesecake are absolutely glowing.

This cheesecake was to die for, wrote one reader.

Mini Cranberry-Cheesecake Pies

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The bourbon flavor was just right.

Not too strong and not [too] subtle.

The sauce was glorious.

Red Velvet-White Chocolate Cheesecake

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This is a keeper.

Ambrosia Cheesecake

This dream recipe mash-up combines one Southern holiday staple, ambrosia, with dreamy cheesecake.

Bright, fresh citrus is a simple but pretty topper that requires no decorating skills.

Bourbon-Praline Cheesecake and Vanilla Custard with Bourbon-Caramel Sauce

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However you go about it, we know it will be a hit at your Christmas celebration.

Chocolate-Peppermint Cheesecake

This festive cheesecake recipe tastes like Christmas in a slice.

Cheesecake Cookies

Mama has been bringing this favorite vintage recipe to the Christmas cookie swap for years.

pecan cheesecake pie

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chocolate raspberry cheesecake

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Butter Pecan Cheesecake

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Southern Living Turtle Cheesecake sliced to serve

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Chocolate-Peppermint Cheesecake

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Cheesecake Cookies

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Instant Pot Double Chocolate Cheesecake

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Red Velvet Cheesecake

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Crème Brûlée Cheesecake

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Coconut Cheesecake Squares

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Double-Decker Pecan Cheesecake Pie Recipe Image

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Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake

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Southern Living Oreo Cheesecake sliced and ready to serve

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