Blondie Eggnog Bars (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - Melted butter, 1/2 cup.
02 - Packed brown sugar, 1 cup.
03 - 1 large egg.
04 - Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon.
05 - All-purpose flour, 1 cup.
06 - Nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon.
07 - Cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon.
08 - A pinch of salt.
09 - 16 ounces of cream cheese.
10 - Granulated sugar, 1/2 cup.
11 - Filling needs 2 eggs.
12 - 1/2 cup of eggnog.
13 - Vanilla extract for filling, 1 teaspoon.
14 - Nutmeg for filling, 1/2 teaspoon.

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 350°F. Use parchment paper to line a 9x9 pan.
02 - Stir together the butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Gently add the spices and flour. Flatten the mixture into your prepared pan.
03 - Bake the base for about 8-10 minutes, just until it starts to firm up.
04 - Whisk together cream cheese and sugar. Beat in one egg at a time, then blend in the eggnog and spices.
05 - Spread the filling on top of the base. Bake another 30-35 minutes until it’s mostly firm. Let it cool and refrigerate for 4 hours.

# Notes:

01 - Chill for a minimum of 4 hours.
02 - Ideal for make-ahead prep.
03 - Store leftovers in the fridge.