Eggnog White Chocolate Cheesecake Bars
Eggnog White Chocolate Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate holiday treat, blending rich, creamy cheesecake with festive flavors of nutmeg and vanilla. These decadent bars sit on a buttery graham cracker crust, making them a perfect dessert for gatherings, cozy nights in, or simply indulgent snacking. Easy to prepare and beautiful to present, they’re sure to become a beloved tradition during the festive season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Makes 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts until smooth; let cool slightly.
- Mix cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until creamy. Add eggnog and vanilla extract; combine well.
- Gently fold in melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before chilling in the fridge for at least two hours before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (65g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sprinkle nutmeg or cinnamon into the cheesecake mixture. Substitute white chocolate with dark or milk chocolate for a different taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.