ALMOND CHEESECAKE BARS

Almond Cheesecake Bars image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

CRUST
2 c flour
1 c butter, softened
1/2 c confectioners' sugar
FILLING
1 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 c sugar
1 tsp almond extract ( i used 1/2 tsp ) this amount was perfect for us, we don't like a real strong almond flavor
2 eggs, lightly beaten
FROSTING
1 - 1/2 c confectioners' sugar
1/4 c butter. softened
1 tsp almond extract ( i used 1/2 tsp ) this amount was perfect
4 - 5 tsp milk

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Spray a 9 x 13 baking pan with cooking spray.
2. Combine the flour, butter and confectioners' sugar; press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
3. For filling: In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and extract until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack.
4. Combine the frosting ingredients until smooth; spread over bars. Store in the refrigerator.
5. 1 bar equals 145 calories, 9 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 35 mg cholesterol, 68 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch.