These Creamy Eggnog Cookie Bars are the perfect fusion of cozy holiday spices, rich cookie texture, and a silky cream cheese swirl. With warm notes of nutmeg and cinnamon, a soft and chewy eggnog-infused cookie base, and a marbled cheesecake topping, each bite is festive, comforting, and utterly irresistible. Perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday gatherings, or just curling up with a cup of coffee!
Ingredients
For the Eggnog Cookie Base:
- 2¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup (120ml) eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Swirl:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
