Description
These Eggnog Cheesecake Crumble Bars are a holiday dessert dream — now doubled for a crowd and boosted with cozy flavor twists. With eggnog folded into every layer and a cheesecake center that’s silky and spiced, they’re the perfect make-ahead treat for gatherings. We’ve added crushed gingersnaps to the crust and a touch of cinnamon to the glaze for a little extra holiday magic.
Ingredients
For the Crust & Crumble
2 boxes vanilla cake mix
⅔ cup unsalted butter, melted
⅔ cup eggnog
1 teaspoon rum extract
½ cup crushed gingersnap cookies (optional twist)
For the Cheesecake Layer
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup eggnog
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon rum extract
For the Eggnog Glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons eggnog
½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional twist)
Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment or grease well.
Make the Crust
In a large bowl, mix cake mix, melted butter, eggnog, rum extract, and crushed gingersnaps (if using) until crumbly. Press ⅔ of the mixture into the pan to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes.
Prepare Cheesecake Filling
In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, eggnog, nutmeg, and rum extract until smooth.
Assemble & Bake
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the partially baked crust. Crumble remaining cake mix dough on top. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set. Cool completely.
Add the Glaze
Whisk together powdered sugar, eggnog, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Drizzle over cooled bars.
Chill & Slice
Refrigerate at least 1 hour before slicing into bars for clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 3g