Chocolate Chip Eggnog Bars
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November 13, 2024
These Chocolate Chip Eggnog Bars are a festive fusion of holiday cheer and dessert indulgence, featuring a rich OREO crust and a creamy eggnog-infused cheesecake filling studded with chocolate chips. The base provides a deep cocoa crunch, while the filling blends classic seasonal flavors—smooth cream cheese, warm eggnog, and a hint of nutmeg—for a luscious, velvety bite.
Baked to perfection and chilled until firm, these bars are ideal for holiday parties or cozy evenings. A final sprinkle of nutmeg gives them that unmistakable holiday flair. Serve them straight from the fridge for a cool, creamy treat everyone will love.
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Ingredients:
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| 0.5tbsp all purpose flour | |
| 8oz cream cheese softened | |
| 1 egg | |
| 0.25cup eggnog | |
| 0.25cup granulated sugar | |
| 0.25tsp nutmeg | |
| 12 oreo cookies | |
| 0.33333334cup chocolate chips semi sweet | |
| 4tbsp butter unsalted |
Directions
1.
Prepare the Pan
Preheat your oven to 300°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with foil, letting it hang over the sides for easy removal, and lightly spray with non-stick spray.
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2.
Make the Crust
In a food processor, pulse the OREOs until finely crushed. Add the melted butter and pulse again until combined. Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Set aside.
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3.
Prepare the Filling
Wipe out the food processor and add the cream cheese and sugar. Pulse until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the flour, eggnog, and eggs, pulsing until well combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, then pour the mixture over the crust in the pan. Sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
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4.
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until the edges are just set. Allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature.
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5.
Chill and Serve
Once cooled, refrigerate the bars for a few hours until firm. When ready to serve, lift the bars out of the pan using the foil overhang. Sprinkle the top with nutmeg for a festive finish.
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6.
Storage
Keep the bars in the refrigerator until serving.
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