Eggnog Cheesecake Bars
Eggnog Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate holiday dessert, blending the rich flavors of creamy cheesecake with the festive essence of eggnog. These bars are a delightful treat that will impress your guests and create lasting memories around the table. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a velvety filling infused with nutmeg and cinnamon, every bite is a celebration of holiday cheer. Perfect for parties or cozy family gatherings, these bars are sure to become a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup eggnog
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the prepared pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, mixing until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
- Mix in heavy cream, eggnog, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Cool on a wire rack before chilling in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: - For added flavor depth, consider swirling in some caramel or chocolate sauce before baking. - To make gluten-free bars, substitute regular graham crackers with gluten-free versions.