Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
– ½ cup milk
– Whipped cream, for topping
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Rolling pin
– Baking sheet
– Parchment paper
– Electric mixer
– Serving platter
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick things off, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment paper. While that’s warming up, let’s make our cheesecake filling! In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture until it’s creamy and smooth. Then, fold in the chopped strawberries. This filling is not only delicious but also incredibly fragrant—trust me, my kitchen smelled heavenly! (See the next page below to continue steps…)