What's Cookin' Italian Style Cuisine

Step 1

Line an 8-inch square with parchment paper. Spray parchment lightly with cooking spray.

Step 2

Melt chocolate in the microwave stirring every 30 seconds.

Step 3

Beat cream cheese using an electric mixer in a medium-sized bowl and beat until smooth.

Step 4

Add sugar gradually and beat on low speed until smooth and not grainy.

Step 5

Add melted chocolate, extracts, and chopped almonds, ( you would add the food coloring here) and mix well. Stir in chopped pistachios.

Step 6

Spread evenly in the prepared pan. Garnish with additional pistachios, green cherries, or red. Refrigerate until firm. Store in an airtight container, and take it out of the refrigerator when needed.