Split Level Cookie Bars Recipe

Name: Split Level Cookie Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: First layer Crust; 1 1/2 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup white sugar; 1/2 cup margarine; 1 egg (beaten); 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; Filling; 1 cup chocolate chips (may substitute peanut butter or butterscotch chips); 3 ounces cream cheese; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/3 cup evaporated milk; 1/4 teaspoon almond extract; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Servings: persons

First layer Crust
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup margarine
1 egg (beaten)
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Filling
1 cup chocolate chips (may substitute peanut butter or butterscotch chips)
3 ounces cream cheese
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

1
Prepare crust by cutting margarine into flour, baking powder, salt and sugar until crumbly. Add beaten egg and extract. Take out approximately 1/4 cup crumb mixture and set aside for topping.
2
Press remaining crumbs into a lightly greased 8 inch square pan.
3
Combine second layer ingredients except for extract and nuts in saucepan and melt until smooth. Add nuts and extract. Spread filling over cookie base and spread remaining 1/4 cup of crumb mixture on top.
4
Bake at 375 oven for 25 minutes. Cool. Cut in bars.
5
Flavor is greatly improved if allowed to sit for a day. Store in sealed container.

796

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: First layer Crust, 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Split Level Cookie Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Split Level Cookie Bars

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