Nutty Eggnog Bars

Indulge in the rich, festive flavors of the holiday season with these irresistible Nutty Eggnog Bars! This delightful dessert combines a buttery, spiced crust with a creamy eggnog filling, topped with a crunchy pecan streusel for the perfect blend of textures and flavors. Featuring holiday staples like ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and real eggnog, these bars are baked to golden perfection and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just under an hour and yields 16 delectable servings. Whether served at your next Christmas party or as a quick treat with coffee, these Nutty Eggnog Bars are guaranteed to become a festive favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Light brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Eggnog
• 2 pieces Egg yolks
• 1 cup Pecans (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture until a dough forms.

Step 5

Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Reserve the remaining dough for the topping.

Step 6

Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 7

While the crust cools, prepare the eggnog filling. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggnog, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 8

Pour the eggnog mixture over the partially baked crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the filling, pressing them down lightly to adhere.

Step 10

Crumble the reserved dough over the top to create a streusel-like topping.

Step 11

Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 18-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the topping is golden brown.

Step 12

Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan.

Step 13

Once cooled, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, then slice into 16 squares or rectangles.

Step 14

Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1080.2 grams (1080.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4276

Total Fat 195.30g	250%
Saturated Fat 70.50g	353%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 705mg	235%
Sodium 1349mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 592.00g	215%
Dietary Fiber 20.60g	74%
Total Sugars 349.20g
Protein 54.40g	109%

Vitamin D 109IU	543%
Calcium 535mg	41%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 1361mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.5%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 54.5%