BLUEBERRY WALNUT BARS

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With power-packing oats, walnuts and blueberries, kids aren't the only ones that are going to love this sweet treat. Health-minded parents can feel good about these bars, too. -Dawn Onuffer, Crestview, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2/3 cup ground walnuts
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided
1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
3 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
2 tablespoons blueberry preserves
1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, oats and butter. Press onto the bottom of an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Beat in orange juice and vanilla. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust., In a microwave-safe bowl, heat preserves on high for 15-20 seconds or until warmed; gently stir in blueberries. Spoon over filling. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges