Amaretto Cheesecake Cookies

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and brown sugar.

Cut in butter until mixture forms fine crumbs.

Reserve 1 cup crumb mixture for topping.

Press remainder over bottom of ungreased 8 inch square baking pan.

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes at 350℉ (180℃) F or until lightly browned.

In mixer bowl, thoroughly cream together cream cheese and granulated sugar.

Add egg, amaretto, and vanilla; beat well.

Spread batter over partially baked crust.

Combine almondswith reserved crumb mixture; sprinkle over batter.

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

Cool and cut into squares.