Strawberry Cream Squares
Indulge in the luscious layers of Strawberry Cream Squares, a delightful no-fuss dessert that combines a buttery shortbread crust, a velvety cream cheese filling, and a vibrant topping of fresh strawberries drizzled with a tangy strawberry glaze. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light and refreshing treat, this easy-to-make dessert features simple ingredients like whipped cream, gelatin, and a hint of vanilla for a perfectly smooth texture. The addition of lemon juice in the glaze brings a subtle citrus zing that enhances the natural sweetness of the strawberries. Ready in just under an hour of active preparation, these creamy, fruity squares are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and Instagram-worthy centerpiece for your next event.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tbsp gelatin powder
- 2 tbsp cold water
- 2 cups strawberries, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup strawberry jam
- 2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar, then cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove and let it cool completely.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth. Add the vanilla extract and beat until combined.
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and airy.
Dissolve the gelatin powder in cold water and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Microwave the gelatin for 10-15 seconds until it is fully melted and liquid. Let it cool slightly, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
Spread the cream filling evenly over the cooled crust. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
To make the strawberry topping, combine the strawberry jam and lemon juice in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until melted and smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Arrange the sliced strawberries over the chilled cream filling. Drizzle the melted jam mixture evenly over the strawberries.
Refrigerate the assembled dessert for an additional 1 hour to set. Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.1 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.0 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 593 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 824 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 342.4 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 225.6 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 299 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 919 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
