Blueberry Walnut Bars
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 10 min. + cooling
YIELD: 12 servings.
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
Ingredients
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2/3 cup ground walnuts
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1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
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2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided
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1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
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3 tablespoons reduced-fat stick margarine, melted
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1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
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1 tablespoon orange juice
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
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2 tablespoons blueberry preserves
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1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries
Directions
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1.
In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, oats and margarine. Press onto the bottom of an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray.
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2.
Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
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3.
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.
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4.
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: 171 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 118mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch.
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