PECAN CREAM CHEESE SQUARES

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From Wills Point, Texas, field editor Dorothy Pritchett says, "This rich, easy dessert is perfect after a light meal."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
3 eggs
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups chopped pecans
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3-2/3 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, 1 egg and butter until blended. Stir in pecans. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan; set aside. , In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and remaining eggs until smooth. Pour over pecan mixture. , Bake at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack; cut into squares. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.