Strawberry Cream Cheese Bars
Strawberry Cream Cheese Bars are delightful treats featuring a golden crust, creamy filling, and topped with fresh strawberries, evoking memories of summer picnics and cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt, then add melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the baking dish and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust and spread evenly.
- Layer sliced strawberries over the cream cheese filling.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for better mixing. Use sharp knife for clean cuts. Bars are best served chilled.