Whole Wheat Cherry Cream Cheese Bars
Cherries are a good source of antioxidants and are known to have anti-inflammatory properties.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Whole Wheat Cherry Cream Cheese Bars
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, brown sugar, and butter. Mix until crumbly.
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Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
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In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
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Spoon the cherry preserves over the cream cheese mixture.
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Sprinkle the almonds on top.
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Bake for 35 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool for 30 minutes.
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Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
