Chocolate Chip Eggnog Bars Recipe with Nutmeg (2024)

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TheseChocolate Chip Eggnog Bars with Nutmeg are so creamy and yummy. Chocolate chips and nutmeg top off this delicious treat, making you want to come back for more.

There are so many flavors of Christmas that I love, one of them being eggnog. These bars are made with an Oreo and butter crust, which is to die for. I make most of my bars with this base because it is just so dang good. I could it just by itself! These Christmas bars will not last long at any holiday party.

If you are wondering what my all-time favorite Christmas flavor is, it is peppermint. Try myChocolate Peppermint Cookies.

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1 Eggnog Bar Ingredients

3 What is Eggnog?

4 Storage Instructions

5 Chocolate Chip Eggnog Bars

Eggnog Bar Ingredients

Eggnog bars have pretty simple ingredients, and a lot of these can be found in your fridge and pantry.

  • Oreo cookies
  • unsalted butter
  • cream cheese
  • granulated sugar
  • all purpose flour
  • eggnog
  • egg
  • semi sweet chocolate chips
  • nutmeg
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How to Make Eggnog Bars with Chocolate Chips

  1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Line an 8×8 pan with foil and spray with a non-stick spray. Make sure the foil folds over the sides of the pan.
  2. First, you are going to make the crust for the eggnog bars. In a food processor, pulse the Oreos until finely crushed. Add in the butter and pulse again until well combined.
  3. Spread the mixture onto the bottom of your prepared pan and set aside. (Note: I find it easiest to spread the mixture with my hands.)
  4. Wipe out the food processor and add the cream cheese and sugar. Pulse until nice and creamy, leaving no lumps behind.
  5. Add in the flour, eggnog and egg, pulsing until well combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and pour the mixture onto the crust layer in your pan. Sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top for appearance.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, just until edges are set. Cool completely on the counter. Then move to the fridge for a few hours to chill.
  8. When ready to serve, remove the bars from the pan by lifting the foil. Sprinkle the nutmeg on top.
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What is Eggnog?

Drinking eggs sounds gross, but somehow this works. Eggnog is made with milk, cream, eggs, and sugar. The eggs are whipped, which gives eggnog its frothy texture.

Of course, adding rum and nutmeg to it makes a great punch for Christmas parties!

Eggnog usually makes its way into grocery stores right after Halloween. But you can do so much more with it than drink it. It is great for baking too!

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Storage Instructions

You can store eggnog dessert bars in the refrigerator.

Chocolate Chip Eggnog Bars

Author: Emily Pecoraro

These Chocolate Chip Eggnog Bars with Nutmeg are so creamy and yummy. These bars are made with an Oreo and butter crust, which is to die for.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Additional Time 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Course Christmas

Cuisine American

Servings 9

Calories 282 kcal

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 12 Oreo cookies
  • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter

For the Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ Tablespoon all purpose flour
  • ¼ cup eggnog
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Line an 8×8 pan with foil and spray with a non-stick spray. Make sure the foil folds over the sides of the pan.

  • In a food processor, pulse the Oreos until finely crushed. Add in the butter and pulse again until well combined. Spread the mixture onto the bottom of your prepared pan and set aside.

  • Wipe out the food processor and add the cream cheese and sugar. Pulse until nice and creamy, leaving no lumps behind. Add in the flour, eggnog and egg, pulsing until well combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and pour the mixture onto the crust layer in your pan. Sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top for appearance.

  • Bake for 35-40 minutes, just until edges are set. Cool completely on the counter. Then move to the fridge for a few hours to chill.

  • When ready to serve, remove the bars from the pan by lifting the foil. Sprinkle the nutmeg on top. Store in the refrigerator.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 153mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 539IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 3mg

The nutrition information is calculated using online nutrition calculators and may not be accurate. It is provided as a general guide only.

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Chocolate Chip Eggnog Bars Recipe with Nutmeg (2024)

FAQs

What flavors go well with egg nog? ›

Eggnog Bar
  • Eggnog.
  • Spirits: rum, bourbon, whiskey, and/or brandy.
  • Whipped cream.
  • Syrup: caramel and/or chocolate.
  • Spices: nutmeg, cinnamon (sticks and ground), and/or pumpkin spice.
  • Crushed gingersnap cookies or red-hot candies, or cinnamon sugar for rimming glasses (optional)
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How do you make store bought eggnog better? ›

How to Spike Store-Bought Eggnog. Aim for a ratio of about five-to-one of eggnog to your selected spirit for the best flavor. For each 8-ounce glass, add one shot (1.5 ounces) of alcohol.

What snack goes well with eggnog? ›

Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread cookies are a festive treat that's perfect for enjoying with eggnog. The warm, spicy flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in the cookies complement the spiced notes of the drink, making for a deliciously cozy pairing.

How do you spice up eggnog? ›

Top each glass with a dash of nutmeg (freshly grated is best) and a pinch of finely grated orange zest. Serve and enjoy, preferably near a crackling fireplace.

What's the best liquor for eggnog? ›

For the most traditional holiday experience, reach for brandy (specifically, Cognac) to spike your 'nog. It's important to note, though, that both brandy and eggnog are quite sweet. Combining them will produce something that someone with a sweet tooth will love, but that others may find cloying.

Why you should be careful with that eggnog? ›

Refrigerated eggs with clean, uncracked shells can still be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. Eggs must be cooked to 160 degrees F to kill bacteria such as Salmonella that may be present. If your eggnog recipe calls for raw eggs, it may not be safe.

Why does store bought eggnog taste different? ›

Made with the typical ingredients (minus the alcohol), you'll also find thickeners and stabilizers, artificial colors and flavors; some are also sweetened with high fructose corn syrup.

How much alcohol is in eggnog? ›

Alcohol: If you want to add alcohol to your eggnog, start with ¼ cup brandy, bourbon, rum or whisky added at the same time as the vanilla, or after cooling the eggnog. Add more to taste, if desired.

What holiday do you drink eggnog? ›

Eggnog is a drink primarily made with eggs (hence the name) and milk, and is traditionally served at large gatherings in a punch bowl during the winter season, primarily at Christmas.

Is eggnog snack healthy? ›

Traditionally made with eggs, cream, milk, and sugar, no one would say that eggnog is a healthy drink. Even a small serving can pack significant amounts of calories, fat, saturated fat, and added sugars. And then there's the fact that homemade eggnog made with raw eggs can be a food-poisoning risk.

Is eggnog best warm or cold? ›

While most people today like to drink eggnog cold, back in its birthplace in 14th-century Britain, the aristocracy — the only people who could afford eggs, milk, and quality liquors at the time — preferred their eggnog warm to keep cozy during winter.

What is the flavor profile of eggnog? ›

What does eggnog taste like? It's sweet, rich, and very creamy. Think of a glass of custard or melted vanilla ice cream! But it also has a slightly spiced flavor thanks to the cinnamon and nutmeg.

What is the best way to drink eggnog? ›

Eggnog is usually served cold, but you may choose to heat it, especially if you're coming in from making snowmen or ice skating. And you can spike eggnog with a splash of brandy, rum or your spirit of choice, but it's also delicious simply spiked with vanilla or cinnamon.

What is eggnog traditionally served in? ›

Eggnog is a drink primarily made with eggs (hence the name) and milk, and is traditionally served at large gatherings in a punch bowl during the winter season, primarily at Christmas.

Is eggnog and vodka good together? ›

Vodka and eggnog is a popular holiday co*cktail that combines the creamy, rich flavors of eggnog with the smoothness and versatility of vodka. This delightful combination is enjoyed during the winter holidays, particularly around Christmas.

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