Cherry & Almond Cheesecake Square
Posted by Lynn Murden on
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 9"square pan with non stick cooking spray. Note - any variety of Yummies in a Jar jam or dessert topping may be used in this recipe.
Crust - Mix till crumbly then press in bottom of square pan. Bake 15 - 18 minutes till edges are light golden brown.
1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup soft butter
1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
Filling - combine all except the jam in a bowl and beat well. Pour over partially baked crust. Using the tip of a spoon, swirl jam lightly into the mixture. Return pan to oven and bake an additional 15 - 20 minutes till filling is set. Cool 30 minutes.
1 x 8 oz pkg cream cheese 1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tsp almond extract 1 egg
2 Tbsp (+ 2 more for topping) Yummies in a Jar Cherries & Almond Jam
Topping - After square is cool, spread remaining 2 Tbsp jam evenly over the top, refrigerate 30 minutes, cut into squares.