Best 3 Nutty Cheesecake Squares Recipes

Indulge in the delectable Nutty Cheesecake Squares, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized treats are a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake filling, nestled upon a nutty graham cracker crust, and topped with a luscious layer of chocolate ganache. Each ingredient plays a harmonious role, resulting in a dessert that is both rich and refreshing, making it an ideal choice for any occasion, be it a casual gathering or a special celebration. Embark on a culinary journey with us as we guide you through the step-by-step process of creating these irresistible Nutty Cheesecake Squares.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

NUTTY CHEESECAKE SQUARES

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I grew up on a farm and have had a lot of good recipes handed down to me. This is one of my favorite desserts to serve when guests come over or at family gatherings and church suppers. -Ruth Simon, Buffalo, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup cold butter
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, walnuts, brown sugar and salt; cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set half aside; press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned. , In a large bowl, beat filling ingredients until smooth; pour over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 165mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PECAN CHEESECAKE SQUARES - NUTTY GOODNESS

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You can try this without nuts also :-) GOODNESS GOOD!

Provided by Jodeana Huss King

Categories Other Desserts

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
3/4 c firmly packed light brown sugar
1/2 c softened butter
1/2 c finely chopped pecans
now, these first 4 ingredients are for the shortbread layer, now these next ingredients are for the cheesecake layer
(2) 8oz pkg softened cream cheese
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
now, these next ingredients are for the pecan pie layer
3/4 c firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 c light corn syrup
1/3 c melted butter, slightly cooled, not too warm
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 c pecans, whole chopped or in pieces, your choice.

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350. For the shortbread layer: In a medium bowl, combine flour and 3/4 cup brown sugar. Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1/2 cup pecans. Press mixture evenly into bottom of a greased 9x13" baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes; remove from oven, and cool slightly, about 10 minutes. For the cheesecake layer: Place the cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer outfitted with a paddle attachment, and beat at medium speed until smooth. Beat in sugar. Add milk and 2 teaspoons vanilla, and beat until combined. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled shortbread layer. Bake for 15 minutes; remove from oven and cool slightly, about 10 minutes. For the pecan pie layer: In a medium bowl, combine the remaining 3/4 cup brown sugar, corn syrup, and melted butter. Gently stir in the eggs, salt, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir in 1 1/2 cups pecans. Pour pecan mixture over cooled cheesecake layer. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until center is set and pecan pie layer is a rich brown color.

NUTTY CHEESECAKE SQUARES

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This is one of many my grandmother, Margaret Whitehead, has published in her church's cookbook. She had me at cheesecake...

Provided by Jennifer Jones

Categories Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

CRUST:
2 c all-purpose flour
1 c walnuts, finely chopped
2/3 c packed brown sugar
1/2 tsp salt
2/3 c margarine
FILLING:
2 pkg cream cheese, softened
1/2 c sugar
2 eggs
1/4 c milk
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

1. In a bowl, combine flour, walnuts, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until it resembles course crumbs. Set 1/2 aside. Press the other half inside bottom of a greased 9 x 13 x 2 inch baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat filling ingredients until smooth. Pour over baked crust and sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over the top.
3. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until knife comes out clean. Cool completely, store in refrigerator.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. This means using real butter, cream cheese, and nuts. It also means using fresh eggs and flour.
Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature. This will help it to mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cheesecake tough.
Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help to prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving. This will help it to set properly.

Conclusion:

Nutty cheesecake squares are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal dinner party. With their creamy texture, nutty flavor, and graham cracker crust, these cheesecake squares are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.