Description
Creamy and festive cheesecake bars with an eggnog flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup eggnog
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Pour in the melted butter and stir until combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup granulated sugar with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggnog and heavy cream. Gradually add the eggnog mixture to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the filling over the prepared crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of rum or brandy to the filling.
- Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American