No-Bake Eggnog Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the holiday spirit year-round with these No-Bake Eggnog Cheesecake Bars. Creamy and rich, this delightful dessert features a buttery graham cracker crust infused with festive eggnog flavor. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these bars are sure to impress friends and family alike with their delicious taste and stunning presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 55 minute
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup whipped topping
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Create the Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press firmly into a lined baking dish to create an even layer.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until creamy.
- Add Eggnog and Spices: Pour in eggnog along with nutmeg and cinnamon; blend until fully incorporated.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently mix in whipped topping until no streaks remain for a light texture.
- Spread Filling Over Crust: Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust, smoothing it evenly. Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight to set.
- Slice and Serve: Once set, cut into bars, garnishing with extra whipped topping and a sprinkle of nutmeg before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For a spicier kick, consider swapping graham crackers for ginger snap cookies. - To lighten up the dessert, use low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt as substitutes. - These bars can be frozen for up to two months; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing.