Cheesecake Squares

Actual conversation between Wes and I today about these cheesecake squares.

Me: Wes, what should I talk about in the blog? I’m writing about the cheesecake squares.

Wesley: Just say that they were effing delicious.

I don’t know about you, but I think that pretty much says it all.

If that isn’t enough reason for you to make these, maybe the fact that we took them to a party tonight and none of them made it home with us like we intended will push you over the top.

You will need…

For the Crust:

1 cup all-purpose flour

¼ cup packed light brown sugar

1 cup chopped pecans

1 stick butter, melted.

For the Filling:

2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

3 eggs

1 teaspoon pure vanilla or almond extract

Fresh raspberries and mint leaves for garnish

Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F.

In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, pecans and butter.

Press the dough into an ungreased 13 by 9 by 2-inch pan. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.

While the crust is baking, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together in a bowl until smooth, using a handheld electric mixer or in your stand mixer.