Ida Graves Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base
Filling
Topping
Method
Base Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
- 2
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- 4
Prepare Baking Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- 5
Bake Base
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Prepare Filling
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until smooth and well combined.
- 7
Cool Base
Once the base is baked, allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- 8
Spread Filling
Once cooled, spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the top of the base.
Topping Preparation
- 9
Prepare Topping
Wash and prepare the fresh berries, and chop any larger fruits if necessary. Optionally, tear the mint leaves for garnish.
- 10
Add Topping
Once the filling is spread, top with fresh berries and sprinkle with mint leaves.
- 11
Serve
Slice into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
