BLUEBERRY WALNUT BARS

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With power-packing oats, walnuts and blueberries, kids aren't the only ones that are going to love this sweet treat. Health-minded parents can feel good about these bars, too. -Dawn Onuffer, Crestview, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup ground walnuts
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided
1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
3 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
2 tablespoons blueberry preserves
1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, oats and butter. Press onto the bottom of an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Beat in orange juice and vanilla. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over crust., In a microwave-safe bowl, heat preserves on high for 15-20 seconds or until warmed; gently stir in blueberries. Spoon over filling. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Jada Anderson
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I'll definitely make these again!


Thabo Mokoele
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Great recipe!


Jaunea Brown
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Delicious!


Dibakiso Moloi
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These bars were a bit dry.


roblox cookies
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste.


rod lambo
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I made these bars for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Jamil Akhtar
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These bars were delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was sweet and tart. I loved the combination of blueberries and walnuts.


Mehar Saab
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These bars were a bit dry. I would recommend adding more butter to the crust.


ziina bosco
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the filling.


koekemoer Ansune
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I made these bars for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Md Shohan
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These bars were delicious! The crust was flaky and the filling was sweet and tart. I loved the combination of blueberries and walnuts.


Phodisho Mokgalaka
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These bars were a bit dry. I would recommend adding more butter to the crust. Otherwise, they were very good.


Ly at
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I made these bars for my family and they loved them! The crust was crispy and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Andiswa Msindiswa
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These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the filling. Otherwise, they were very good.


Mandy Olson
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. The crust is flaky and the filling is sweet and tart. I love the combination of blueberries and walnuts.


HS Harun Raj
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These bars were easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh blueberries and walnuts, and the filling was thick and gooey. The crust was crispy and buttery. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Hope Fluharty
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. The crust was flaky and the filling was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Jason Alex Jr
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These blueberry walnut bars were absolutely delicious! The crust was crispy and buttery, and the filling was sweet and tart. I loved the combination of blueberries and walnuts. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again and again.