BLUEBERRY WALNUT BARS RECIPE

Blueberry Walnut Bars Recipe image

Provided by Caryl

Number Of Ingredients 11

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: 1 bar equals 167 calories 9 g fat (4 g saturated fat) 17 mg cholesterol 125 mg sodium 19 g carbohydrate 1 g fiber 3 g protein