CHEESECAKE COOKIES

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This is another dessert that I've baked upteen times over the years! I originally found this on a Great American Recipe card. These cheesecake cookies are delicious and quick to make. I often prepare them for potlucks and family gatherings. They never last long!

Provided by truebrit

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
4 tablespoons melted butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, flour and walnuts.
  • Mix in the melted butter until crumbly.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup of crumbs for top.
  • Press remainder evenly in a 8" x 8" pan, and bake at 350F for 12-15 minutes.
  • For filling, beat the cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, sour cream, vanilla and egg until creamy.
  • Pour into the baked crust, and sprinkle with remaining crumbs.
  • Bake at 350F for about 30 minutes.
  • When cool, cut into 2" squares.
  • Cover and refrigerate.
  • Optional: for extra color, decorate with strawberry halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.4, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 37.1, Sodium 69.6, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 7.8, Protein 2.9

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