Jul 14 2026

Ida Graves Recipe

Time1h
Serves12

Make Ida Graves Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base

Method

Base Preparation

  1. 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. 2

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.

  4. 4

    Prepare Baking Pan

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

  5. 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

  1. 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.

  2. 7

    Cool Base

    Once the base is baked, allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

  3. 8

    Spread Filling

    Once cooled, spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the top of the base.

Topping Preparation

  1. 9

    Prepare Topping

    Wash and prepare the fresh berries, and chop any larger fruits if necessary. Optionally, tear the mint leaves for garnish.

  2. 10

    Add Topping

    Once the filling is spread, top with fresh berries and sprinkle with mint leaves.

  3. 11

    Serve

    Slice into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.

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