Best 2 Nutty Eggnog Bars Recipes

In the realm of holiday desserts, Nutty Eggnog Bars stand out as a delectable treat that combines the warmth and comfort of eggnog with the irresistible crunch of walnuts. These delightful squares, infused with the flavors of the season, offer a perfect balance of creamy richness and nutty texture. With their golden crust and generous sprinkling of walnuts, they will surely leave you and your loved ones feeling merry and festive. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or simply craving a special dessert, these Nutty Eggnog Bars are an absolute must-try that will bring joy to your taste buds and make your holiday celebrations even more memorable.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

NUTTY EGGNOG BARS

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Make and share this Nutty Eggnog Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by loof751

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 50m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups sugar
2/3 cup butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup chopped macadamia nuts
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1 -2 tablespoon eggnog

Steps:

Line a 13x9 pan with foil, then grease the foil.
In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, cook sugar and butter, stirring, until butter is melted. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
Stir eggs and vanilla into sugar mixture.
Add flour, baking powder, and nutmeg; stir to combine. Stir in nuts.
Spread the dough in the prepared pan. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until edges begin to pull away from the pan.
Cool in the pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars or diamond shapes when cool.
In a small bowl combine powdered sugar, vanilla and 1 tablespoon of eggnog. Add additional eggnog, 1 teaspoon at a time, if necessary to make the glaze a piping consistency. Pipe icing over bars.

NUTTY EGGNOG BARS

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This is a very thick and chewy bar cookie with the flavors of nog and delicious crunch of macadamias along with a yummy eggnog glaze. This would be a nice afternoon treat with a hot cup of coffee or a large glass of milk. Recipe from Better Homes and Garden.

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Categories Cookies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 c sugar
2/3 c butter
2 medium eggs
1 tsp vanilla
2 c flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
1 c macadamia nuts, chopped
GLAZE
1 c powdered sugar
1/4 tsp vanilla
1 - 2 Tbsp eggnog

Steps:

1. Line a 13x9 pan with foil, then grease the foil.
2. In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, cook sugar and butter, stirring, until butter is melted. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Stir eggs and vanilla into sugar mixture.
3. Add flour, baking powder, and nutmeg; stir to combine. Stir in nuts. Spread the dough in the prepared pan. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until edges begin to pull away from the pan.
4. Cool in the pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars or diamond shapes when cool.
5. In a small bowl combine powdered sugar, vanilla and 1 tablespoon of eggnog. Add additional eggnog, 1 teaspoon at a time, if necessary to make the glaze a piping consistency. Pipe icing over bars or drizzle.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use whole milk or heavy cream instead of skim milk.
Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract for extra flavor.
If you don't have a baking dish, you can use a 9x13 inch jelly roll pan.
Be sure to grease the baking dish well to prevent the bars from sticking.
Bake the bars until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares.

Conclusion:

Nutty eggnog bars are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for the holiday season. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their creamy texture, nutty flavor, and hint of eggnog, these bars are sure to be a hit at your next holiday party.