Cheesecake Dessert Squares |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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These creamy squares are a nice alternative for folks who are invited to made a cheesecake or other fancy dessert. Fresh fruit on top gives them a little more elegance. Ingredients:
2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 32 squares) |
1/3 cup sugar |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/2 cup butter, melted |
filling: |
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened |
1-1/2 cups sugar |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
4 eggs, separated |
fresh fruit |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, sugar and cinnamon; stir in butter. Press into a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 5 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add egg yolks; beat on low speed just until combined.
3. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture. Pour over crust. Bake for 28-39 minutes or until center is almost set.
4. Cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Refrigerate overnight. Garnish with fruit. Yield: 24 servings.
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