EGGNOG CHEESECAKE BARS

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Cheesy baked bars topped with almonds - perfect dessert to impress your guests.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups graham cracker crumbs (32 squares)
3/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/2 cup blanched whole almonds, finely chopped
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1/2 cup blanched whole almonds, finely chopped, toasted

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir crust ingredients until well blended. Press mixture in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch pan. Bake 8 minutes.
In clean large bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until softened. Gradually beat in granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, the nutmeg, cream and vanilla. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until creamy. Pour mixture over crust.
Bake 30 to 35 minutes longer or until center is set. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup toasted almonds; press in slightly. Cool 1 1/2 hours. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows, using thin knife and wiping blade occasionally. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 1 g