Cheesecake Dreams Recipe
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Cheesecake Dreams

By: Barbara Allstrand 
"These bars are a 'dream' not only because of their creamy filling but for their ease of preparation. Cheesecake lovers can't eat just one!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.3 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (12)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
35 Min
Ready In:
50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 32 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted
  • FILLING:
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and pecans. Stir in butter; mix well. Set aside 1/3 cup for topping. Press remaining mixture into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
  2. Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar. Beat in the egg, milk, lemon juice and vanilla. Pour over crust; sprinkle with reserved pecan mixture. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until firm. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into 16 squares, then cut each square in half diagonally. Store in the refrigerator.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2006 by JCP   view full review
This was a hit at my companies Thanksgiving lunch!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 17, 2006 by DAWNROBYN   view full review
Thanks so much for this recipe.....my mother used to make these EVERY Christmas while we were...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 19, 2006 by ANGELFROMHEAVEN   view full review
Wonderful, easy, and delicious! I added l tsp of lemon zest (lime would be nice too)for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2011 by Kristine   view full review
Dreamy
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2010 by carrie564   view full review
These are ok, but I would not recommend them if you're looking for a cheesecake focused...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2010 by bunnychicka   view full review
I love this recipe! The crust rocks and a smooth creamy filling the topping is killer!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 26, 2010 by dianesocialworker   view full review
This recipe has been a hit with my family and friends for years! I usually get requests for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 2, 2009 by Rhonda C   view full review
Sensational!! So easy and the flavor is wonderful. I used walnuts insead of pecans but next...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2008 by jen z   view full review
these are awesome! very similar to my grandma's recipe, thanks for sharing!
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2007 by Andrea   view full review
Followed the Recipe exactly. Husband and I both agree this was really disgusting, Won't try...

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