Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Strawberries and Cream Dessert Squares! These delectable treats are a perfect blend of sweet, juicy strawberries, velvety cream, and a buttery graham cracker crust. Each bite offers a burst of fruity freshness balanced by the richness of cream cheese and whipped cream. Perfect for any occasion, these dessert squares are easy to make and will surely be a hit among strawberry lovers.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through three tempting variations of this classic dessert. The first recipe features a no-bake option, making it a breeze to prepare. Simply layer crushed graham crackers, a luscious cream cheese mixture, and fresh strawberries in a pan and refrigerate until set. The second recipe introduces a baked version with an irresistible shortbread crust, creamy custard filling, and a vibrant strawberry topping. Lastly, our third recipe combines the best of both worlds with a no-bake cheesecake filling and a graham cracker crust, topped with a layer of fresh strawberries and a luscious strawberry glaze.
STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM DESSERT SQUARES (COOKIE MIX)
Looking for that new dessert to wow a crowd? It's the one that you'll make over and over, and everyone asks for the recipe? Try this one, made easier with a cookie mix.
Provided by Mom2Rose
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 2h30m
Yield 20 bars, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F
- Spray bottom only of 15x10x1 or 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter and egg until soft dough forms.
- Press evenly in bottom of pan.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until light golden brown.
- Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In small microwavable bowl, microwave baking chips uncovered on High 45 to 60 seconds or until chips are melted and can be stirred smooth.
- In medium bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
- Stir in melted chips until blended.
- Spread mixture over crust.
- Refrigerate while making topping.
- In small bowl, crush 1 cup of the strawberries.
- In 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch.
- Stir in crushed strawberries and 1/3 cup water.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens.
- Stir in food color.
- Cool 10 minutes.
- Gently stir in remaining 3 cups strawberries.
- Spoon topping over filling.
- Refrigerate 1 hour or until set; serve within 4 hours.
- Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.5, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 35.8, Sodium 88.7, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 11.8, Protein 1.7
STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM DESSERT SQUARES
I 've made this dessert many times. It's so delectable. You keep remembering that it's in the refrigerator and that you need to get another piece until it's all gone! Everyone wants the recipe!
Provided by Jo Anne Sugimoto
Categories Fruit Desserts
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray bottom only of a 15 x 10 x 1-inch pan or a 9 x 13-inch pan with cooking spray. In a large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter and egg until soft dough forms. Press evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- 2. In a small microwavable bowl, microwave the baking chips uncovered on high for 45 - 60 seconds or until the chips are melted and can be stirred, till smooth.
- 3. In a medium bowl. beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Stir in melted chips until blended. Spread mixture over crust. Refrigerate while making the topping.
- 4. In a small bowl, crush 1 cup of the strawberries. In a 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch. Stir in crushed strawberries and 1/3 cup water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture boils and thickens. Stir in the food coloring (optional). Cool for 10 minutes. Gently stir in remaining 3 cups of strawberries. Spoon topping over filling.
- 5. Refrigerate for an hour or until it sets. Refrigerate the leftovers, covered.
STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM DESSERT SQUARES
Summer is always at your doorstep with this fresh dessert that keeps the family coming back for more. Made easy with Betty Crocker™ cookie mix, this recipe is an irresistible favorite around many dining room tables and a quick way to wow your guests!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h30m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 15x10x1- or 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter and egg until soft dough forms. Press evenly in bottom of pan. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In small microwavable bowl, microwave baking chips uncovered on High 45 to 60 seconds or until chips are melted and can be stirred smooth. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Stir in melted chips until blended. Spread mixture over crust. Refrigerate while making topping.
- In small bowl, crush 1 cup of the strawberries. In 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch. Stir in crushed strawberries and 1/3 cup water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Stir in food color. Cool 10 minutes. Gently stir in remaining 3 cups strawberries. Spoon topping over filling. Refrigerate 1 hour or until set; serve within 4 hours. Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 1 g
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk. - Add a splash of vanilla extract or almond extract to the whipped cream for extra flavor. - If you don't have fresh strawberries, you can use frozen strawberries that have been thawed and drained. - To make the dessert squares ahead of time, prepare them up to the point of adding the whipped cream. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Before serving, top with whipped cream and sliced strawberries. - Store leftover dessert squares in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.Conclusion:
These Strawberry Dessert Squares are a hit wherever they go. With their creamy, dreamy strawberry layers and golden brown crust, it’s an irresistible dessert. It is also very easy to make, making it perfect for any occasion. Everyone will love how the creamy texture and the burst of strawberry flavor in their mouth. So why wait? Try it today and experience the deliciousness!
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