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Eggnog Cheesecake Bars

Creamy Eggnog Cheesecake Bars for a Festive Delight

Indulge in Eggnog Cheesecake Bars, a creamy dessert featuring a spiced gingersnap crust, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Gingersnap crumbs or graham crackers
  • 1/4 cup Sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Salted butter melted
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 large Egg yolk save leftover whites for another recipe
  • 1 cup Eggnog homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose flour can use gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp Rum extract or omit
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract or almond extract
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg fresh grated preferred
  • 1/4 tsp Salt a pinch is sufficient

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • electric mixer
  • medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
  2. Combine gingersnap crumbs, sugar, and melted salted butter in a medium bowl. Press into the bottom of the prepared baking pan and bake for 12 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and flour, mixing until well combined.
  4. Beat in the eggs and egg yolk one at a time. Add eggnog, rum extract, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until smooth.
  5. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 50-60 minutes. The center should jiggle slightly when done.
  6. Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
  7. Cut into squares or rectangles before serving. Optionally sprinkle with nutmeg or drizzle with chocolate sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Use a water bath if desired to prevent cracks while baking.

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