🍓 Strawberry Cream Cheese Bars – A Sweet Treat!
These Strawberry Cream Cheese Bars are the perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and fruity. With a buttery crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and fresh strawberry topping, they’re sure to become a family favorite!
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
🍴 Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Make the Crust:
In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Add the softened butter and vanilla extract, and mix until the dough comes together and forms a crumbly texture.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
Bake the Crust:
Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes, or until it’s lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
Make the Cream Cheese Filling:
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
Assemble the Bars:
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust and spread it evenly.
Bake:
Bake the bars for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set and lightly golden.
Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares.
🍓 Serve and Enjoy!
Enjoy these Strawberry Cream Cheese Bars as a light and refreshing dessert. Serve them with fresh strawberries on top for extra flavor!
🔄 Pro Tips:
Add a Strawberry Topping: Top each bar with fresh strawberries or a strawberry glaze for added sweetness and color.
Chill the Bars: For a chilled version, let the bars cool completely, then refrigerate for about an hour before serving.
Customize the Flavor: Add a drizzle of chocolate syrup or sprinkle of powdered sugar for an extra touch.
🍴 Variations:
Berry Medley: Replace strawberries with blueberries, raspberries, or a combination of your favorite berries.
Crust Upgrade: Add a bit of cinnamon or nutmeg to the crust mixture for extra warmth and flavor.