Easy Chocolate Raspberry Bars

1. 1

   Place sugar cookie dough in a greased and floured 13 X 9 inch baking pan.

2. 2

   Allow to soften for 5 to 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Using fingertips, pat dough gently to cover bottom and one inch up side of pan.

4. 4

   Stir raspberry jam in small bowl until smooth.

5. 5

   Spread the jam evenly over the dough leaving a 1/2 inch border.

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   Sprinkle 2/3 cup white chocolate chips and 2/3 cup mini chips over the jam.

7. 7

   Beat cream cheese and sugar in medium bowl until smooth.

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   Add egg and vanilla; beat until combined.

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   Spread cream cheese mixture over chocolate chips.

10. 10

    Sprinkle the top with remaining 1/3 cup white chocolate chips and 1/3 cup mini chips and almonds.

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    Bake for 35-40 minutes at 325 degrees or until sides are golden brown and center is set.

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    Cool completely in pan on wire rack.

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    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

14. 14

    Cut into bars.

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