Quick & Easy Nutty Cheese Bars

Quick & Easy Nutty Cheese Bars
45 min.
24
279kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful treat that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory? Look no further than these Quick & Easy Nutty Cheese Bars! With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a delicious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, from casual snacking to elegant antipasto spreads.

The magic begins with a buttery crust made from golden butter cake mix combined with chopped pecans, providing a delightful nutty flavor that perfectly complements the rich cream cheese filling. The cream cheese, sweetened with brown sugar, creates a luscious layer that melts in your mouth. Topped with even more pecans, these bars add a satisfying crunch that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

This recipe not only serves 24, making it ideal for gatherings or parties, but it also takes just 45 minutes to whip up, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of friends and family. Plus, with each bar containing only 279 calories, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you’re looking for a unique starter, a delicious snack, or a creative appetizer, these Nutty Cheese Bars are sure to impress. So why wait? Dive into this easy-to-make recipe, and elevate your snack game to new heights!

Ingredients

  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.8 cup butter melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1.5 cups pecans divided chopped
  • 18.5 oz cake mix 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine dry cake mix, 3/4 cup pecans and melted butter; stir until well blended. Press mixture into the bottom of a greased 13"x9" baking pan.
  2. Combine cream cheese and brown sugar in a separate bowl. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Spread evenly over crust.
  4. Sprinkle with remaining pecans.
  5. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes, until edges are golden and cheese topping is set. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.
  6. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories279kcal
Protein3.72%
Fat55.8%
Carbs40.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.63
Glycemic Load
0.31
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.4917391266512%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.73mg
Delphinidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.49mg
Epigallocatechin
0.38mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:279.34kcal
13.97%
Fat:17.77g
27.33%
Saturated Fat:8.24g
51.49%
Carbohydrates:29g
9.67%
Net Carbohydrates:28.08g
10.21%
Sugar:19.34g
21.49%
Cholesterol:34.34mg
11.45%
Sodium:266.61mg
11.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.67g
5.33%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.81%
Phosphorus:108.91mg
10.89%
Vitamin A:434.91IU
8.7%
Calcium:78.52mg
7.85%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.68%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.19%
Copper:0.11mg
5.26%
Folate:18.36µg
4.59%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.16%
Iron:0.71mg
3.97%
Selenium:2.72µg
3.89%
Fiber:0.92g
3.66%
Magnesium:13.1mg
3.27%
Zinc:0.47mg
3.14%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.08%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.66%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.28%
Potassium:77.04mg
2.2%
Vitamin K:1.77µg
1.68%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.26%
Source:My Recipes