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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 together until evenly mixed.
- 2
Cream Butter
In another bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add in the dry mixture, alternating with the eggs, and mix until well combined.
- 3
Add Vanilla
Stir in the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare Cream Cheese Filling
In a medium bowl, blend the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest until fully incorporated.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Layer the Mixture
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. Spread half of the base mixture evenly on the bottom of the pan.
- 6
Add Filling
Pour the cream cheese filling over the base mixture, spreading it evenly. Top with the remaining base mixture, dolloping it on top.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Once cooled, cut into squares. Top each square with fresh berries and garnish with mint leaves. Serve at room temperature.