Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch pan with nonstick spray.
PREPARE THE CRUST:
Use an electric mixer to cream the butter and sugar together in a medium bowl. Add the flour and walnuts. Blend to make a mixture of coarse crumbs. Reserve 1/2 cup for topping. Press the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until browned.
PREPARE THE FILLING:
Place all of the filling ingredients into large bowl. Blend with an electric mixer until well combined. Pour the filling mixture over the hot crust. Sprinkle with the reserved crumbs. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool completely. Refrigerate until firm, then cut to serve.
Notes
A food processor is perfect for preparing finely ground walnuts. Just don't over- process them or they'll turn into walnut butter!