Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2/3 cup butter
  • Filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Method

  • In a bowl, combine flour, walnuts, brown sugar and salt; cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Set half aside; press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom of a greased 13 X 9-inch baking pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 8-12 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat filling ingredients until smooth; pour over crust.
  • Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Cool completely.
  • Store in the refrigerator.
  • **Cook time does not include cooling time.