Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Shortbreads are a heavenly fusion of buttery shortbread, creamy cheesecake, and fresh strawberries. Each bite offers a delightful crunch paired with a rich, fruity filling that will make your taste buds sing. Perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings, these treats are simple to make yet stunningly impressive.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Gradually add flour to form a crumbly dough, then press into a greased baking pan.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; mix in vanilla and lemon juice.
- Fold in chopped strawberries, then spread the mixture over the cooled shortbread.
- Chill for at least one hour before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg