Blueberry Walnut Bars
By TrayH
With power-packing oats, walnuts and blueberries, kids aren't the only ones that are going to love this sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup ground walnuts
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided
- 1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
- 3 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, melted
- 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
- 2 tablespoons blueberry preserves
- 1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries
Details
Adapted from tasteofhome.com
Preparation
Step 1
* In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, oats and butter.
* Press onto the bottom of an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray.
* Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
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* 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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* 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.
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~Note: This recipe was tested with Land O'Lakes light stick butter
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