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Eggnog Cookie Bars

Irresistible Eggnog Cookie Bars for a Cozy Holiday Indulgence

These Eggnog Cookie Bars are a delightful dessert that captures the holiday spirit with creamy flavors and a buttery base.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 6 hours
Total Time 12 hours
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Base
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Use a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a lower GI option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Make sure it’s fresh for the best results.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Kosher Salt Can substitute with fine sea salt.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Freshly grated nutmeg is highly recommended.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional if you prefer a lighter flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Cold Unsalted Butter Vegan butter works as a substitute.
  • 0.5 cups Eggnog Feel free to swap with homemade eggnog or a spiced non-dairy milk.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use softened vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free version.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar is a great alternative.
  • 1 large Egg Replace with 1/4 cup of applesauce for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Choose pure for the best results.

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan by lining it with foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  3. Grate cold butter into the flour mixture and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add eggnog and combine to form a slightly sticky dough.
  5. Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  6. Beat together cream cheese, sugar, egg, eggnog, and vanilla until smooth.
  7. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the shortbread base and crumble the remaining dough on top.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes or until edges are golden and the center is set with a jiggle.
  9. Let cool completely, then refrigerate overnight.
  10. Lift out and slice into squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Eggnog Cookie Bars are perfect for the holiday season and can be customized with various spices.

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