Description
Looking for the perfect holiday dessert that’s rich, creamy, and irresistibly festive? These Eggnog Cheesecake Bars are your new go-to! With a silky-smooth eggnog-infused cheesecake layer set atop a spiced graham cracker crust, they’re everything you want in a seasonal treat. Whether you’re prepping quick breakfast bars for brunch, easy desserts for dinner parties, or collecting cozy winter food ideas, this easy recipe will fit right in. It’s a sweet blend of comfort, convenience, and pure holiday magic.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup full-fat eggnog
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large eggs, room temperature
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. Lightly grease the paper.
2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and melted butter. Press into the pan firmly and bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool slightly.
3. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and flour; mix until well combined.
4. Add eggnog, vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Mix on low speed until smooth.
5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently. Do not overmix.
6. Pour filling over crust and smooth the top. Tap to remove air bubbles.
7. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until center is set but slightly jiggly. Cool for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. Lift bars from the pan, slice into squares, and dust with nutmeg if desired.
Notes
For best texture, chill overnight before slicing.
Use full-fat, high-quality eggnog for rich flavor.
Slice with a warm knife for clean, sharp edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg