Raspberry-Pecan Cheesecake Bars

Name: Raspberry-Pecan Cheesecake Bars
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 3 h 50 min
Yield: Makes 32 servings, one bar each.
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs , divided; 1-1/2 cups PLANTERS Pecan Halves , toasted, finely chopped; 1 cup sugar , divided; 6 Tbsp. butter , melted; 1/2 cup raspberry jam; 2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese , softened; 1 tsp. vanilla; 2 egg s

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Recipe by Kraft

Prep Time

20
min.

Total Time

3
hr.

50
min.

Servings

32 servings, one bar each

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1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, divided
1-1/2 cups PLANTERS Pecan Halves, toasted, finely chopped
1 cup sugar, divided
6 Tbsp. butter, melted
1/2 cup raspberry jam
2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs

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Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix graham crumbs, pecans, 1/4 cup of the sugar and the butter. Reserve 1/2 cup of the crumb mixture; press remaining mixture onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking pan. Bake 10 min. Spread with jam; set aside.
Beat cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer on medium until creamy. Add remaining 3/4 cup sugar and the vanilla; beat until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition just until blended. Carefully spread over jam; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
Bake 30 min. or until center is almost set; cool completely. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before cutting into bars. Store any leftovers in refrigerator.

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How to Toast Nuts

Toasting nuts adds crunch and intensifies their flavor. To toast nuts in the oven, spread nuts in single layer in shallow baking pan. Bake at 350°F for 8 to 10 min. or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. To toast nuts on the stovetop, place nuts in ungreased skillet. Cook on medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently. To toast nuts in the microwave, place up to 1 cup of nuts in a microwaveable shallow dish. Microwave on HIGH until fragrant and crisp, stirring every 30 sec.

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For easy clean up, line the baking pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Prepare and bake cheesecake bars as directed. When ready to cut, lift cheesecake from pan, using foil handles.

Servings

32 servings, one bar each

Nutritional Information

Serving Size 32 servings, one bar each
AMOUNT PER SERVING
Calories	170

Total fat	12g
Saturated fat	5g
Cholesterol	40mg
Sodium	105mg
Carbohydrate	15g
Dietary fiber	1g
Sugars	10g
Protein	2g
% Daily Value
Vitamin A	6 %DV
Vitamin C	0 %DV
Calcium	2 %DV
Iron	2 %DV

* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.

Ratings & Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 by carolnewman from I revised the recipe in order to make it more successful. I revised the recipe in order to make it more successful. After trying to spread the jam, I took it off, doubled the quantity and melted it. I then poured it over the crust. I followed the rest of the directions and it came out fine.

Date published: 2011-02-06

Rated 5 out of 5 by sarahalbin from These are great cheesecake bars. These are great cheesecake bars. I even used the lowfat cream cheese and no one noticed! Wonderful!

Date published: 2007-08-20

Rated 5 out of 5 by brian19403 from Co-workers loved the recipe and so did my family Co-workers loved the recipe and so did my family

Date published: 2007-12-09