Description
Get ready to fall in love with these creamy, festive Eggnog Cheesecake Bars—the perfect easy dessert for holiday gatherings, Christmas parties, or cozy winter nights. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a rich eggnog-infused cheesecake filling, this easy recipe delivers classic holiday flavor in every bite. Whether you’re looking for quick dessert ideas, holiday baking inspiration, or a crowd-pleasing sweet treat, these bars are simple, elegant, and absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons melted butter
1/4 cup granulated sugar
16 oz cream cheese softened
3/4 cup eggnog
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined, then press into the pan.
3. Bake crust for 10 minutes and let it cool slightly.
4. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then mix in sugar and flour.
5. Add eggnog and mix on low speed until combined.
6. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and nutmeg.
7. Pour filling over crust and smooth the top evenly.
8. Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is slightly set.
9. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
10. Slice into bars, garnish with nutmeg if desired, and serve.
Notes
Use full-fat cream cheese and eggnog for the best creamy texture
Do not overmix after adding eggs to prevent cracks
Chill completely before slicing for clean and firm bars
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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