Orange Cream Dessert Squares

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A sugar cookie crust with a hint of orange is the base for a creamy cheesecake filling.

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Steps

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Heat oven to 350f.

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Press cookie dough evenly on bottom and 1 inch up sides of ungreased 13x9-inch glass baking dish.

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Sprinkle evenly with orange peel.

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In medium bowl , beat cream cheese , sugar , marmalade and liqueur with electric mixer on medium-high speed about 1 minute or until well blended.

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Add eggs.

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Beat about 2 minutes or until well blended and mixture is creamy.

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Spread evenly in crust.

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Bake 29 to 36 minutes or until crust is golden brown and center is set.

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Cool 1 hour.

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In small microwavable bowl , microwave whipping cream and food color uncovered on high about 30 seconds or just until boiling.

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Add butter and baking chips.

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Stir until chips are melted.

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Spread mixture evenly over bars.

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Refrigerate about 1 1 / 2 hours or until chilled and firm.

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To serve , cut into 6 rows by 4 rows , using thin , sharp knife and wiping blade occasionally.

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Cover and refrigerate any remaining dessert squares.

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Ingredients

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refrigerated sugar cookie dough, orange peel, cream cheese, sugar, orange marmalade, orange-flavored liqueur, eggs, heavy whipping cream, orange food coloring, butter, vanilla baking chips