Lemon Cheesecake Squares
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 45 min.
YIELD: 20 servings.
Whether I'm hosting friends or sending a plate to work with my husband, these creamy elegant lemon cheesecake bars are always a hit. It's a wonderful make-ahead dessert that easily serves a large group.
Ingredients
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3/4 cup shortening
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1/3 cup packed brown sugar
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1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup rolled oats
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam
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FILLING:
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4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
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1-1/2 cups sugar
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/3 cup lemon juice
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4 teaspoons grated lemon zest
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4 large eggs, lightly beaten
Directions
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1.
In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Combine the flour, oats and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
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2.
Press dough into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Spread with jam.
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3.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and flour until smooth. Beat in lemon juice and zest. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Carefully spoon over jam.
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4.
Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack. Cover and store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
1 piece: 262 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 78mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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