Chess Squares Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 55 minutes
🥣 Yield: Makes about 12 servings
🍽 Category: Dessert
🔍 Keywords: Christmas, Less than 60 Minutes, Oven, Inexpensive
Description:
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Chess Squares! These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re entertaining guests or simply enjoying a cozy family gathering. With their irresistible flavor and easy preparation, these squares are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Kids especially adore them for their rich taste and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 1 cup butter
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup margarine
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9″x12″ baking pan by greasing it lightly.
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Combine the first three ingredients – one egg, one cup of butter, and 1/4 to 1/2 cup of margarine – in a mixing bowl until well blended.
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Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form a crust-like layer.
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In another bowl, beat together the cream cheese, two eggs, and confectioners’ sugar until smooth and creamy.
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Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust layer in the baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
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Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
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Remove from the oven and allow the Chess Squares to cool completely in the pan.
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Once cooled, cut into squares using a sharp knife.
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Serve and enjoy the deliciousness!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 904.4
- Fat Content: 33.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 14.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 156.7mg
- Sodium Content: 799.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 145.4g
- Fiber Content: 1g
- Sugar Content: 113.1g
- Protein Content: 9.3g
Whether you’re baking these for a holiday gathering or a weekend treat, these Chess Squares are guaranteed to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Enjoy their creamy, sweet goodness, and savor every bite!
