How to Make Baked Cheesecake Squares - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the creamy, indulgent taste of a baked cheesecake. But rather than making a traditional round cheesecake, why not switch things up and make Baked Cheesecake Squares? These delicious squares combine all the flavors and textures of a classic cheesecake but in a convenient, bite-sized form. Perfect for a party, potluck or just a sweet treat at home, these squares are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup shortening
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 6 ½ tablespoons cream cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Information

  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 8 inch square baking pan.
  • To make the crust: In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar. Gradually blend in flour and walnuts. Mixture will be crumbly.
  • Set aside one cup of crust mixture. Press the rest of the mixture into the bottom of baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
  • To make filling: in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar. Add in egg, milk, lemon juice and vanilla until well blended.
  • Spread the filling over warm crust. Sprinkle top with remaining crust mixture. Bake for another 25 to 28 minutes. Let cool on wire racks before cutting.
  • Nutrition

    390 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 64mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 123mg