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Strawberry Cream Cheese Cake Squares Recipe

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Delicious and moist Strawberry Cake Squares featuring a tender cake base layered with sweet cream cheese and fresh strawberries, baked to perfection. Perfect as a dessert or a sweet snack, these bars offer a delightful combination of creamy and fruity flavors.

Ingredients

Cake Batter

  • 1 1/2 Cups all purpose flour
  • 1 Teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 Cup butter (at room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 Cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract

Cream Cheese Topping

  • 1 Cup cream cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 Cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract

Fruit

  • 1 1/2 cups strawberries (cut into small pieces, divided)

Instructions

  1. Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, then set it aside.
  2. Sift Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and salt.
  3. Mix Butter and Sugar: In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat softened butter on high speed for about one minute. Add all the granulated sugar at once and continue mixing for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully incorporate them into the batter. Then add the vanilla extract and mix briefly until combined.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Using a wooden spoon, gently stir the sifted flour mixture into the wet mixture until just combined and no lumps remain. Be careful not to overmix to maintain recipe tenderness.
  6. Prepare Batter in Pan and Add Strawberries: Pour the cake batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle 1 cup of the chopped strawberries evenly over the top of the batter.
  7. Make Cream Cheese Topping: In a clean mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese on high speed for about 30 seconds until smooth. Add all the sugar at once and mix for about 1 minute. Then add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  8. Top Batter with Cream Cheese Mixture: Pour the cream cheese batter evenly over the strawberry-covered cake batter in the pan. Smooth the top to cover completely.
  9. Add Remaining Strawberries: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of chopped strawberries evenly over the cream cheese topping.
  10. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few crumbs attached.
  11. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack to allow the cake to set and flavors to meld.
  12. Slice and Store: Once cooled, cut into squares. Store the cake squares in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for up to one month to preserve freshness.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to ensure a tender cake.
  • Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for best mixing and texture.
  • Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • You can substitute cream cheese with a vegan alternative for a dairy-free version.
  • Make sure to cool the cake completely before slicing to prevent the cream cheese layer from breaking.

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