Frere Monaco Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Filling
Topping
Method
Preparation of the Base
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- 2
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the whole milk, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 3
Incorporate Wet and Dry
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Preparation of the Filling
- 4
Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until creamy and combined.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Prepare Baking Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- 6
Layer the Batter
Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- 7
Add Filling
Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the batter, spreading it gently to cover the surface.
- 8
Top with Remaining Batter
Pour the remaining batter over the cream cheese layer, spreading it evenly to cover.
- 9
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 10
Cool and Serve
Allow the baked dish to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then slice and serve topped with fresh berries and mint leaves.