Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe HelmandClara Recipe

Clara Recipe

Inspired by The Helmand
Time1h
Serves12

Make Clara 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

    Preheat the oven

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

  2. 2

    Combine dry ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Mix wet ingredients

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

  4. 4

    Combine wet and dry ingredients

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

  5. 5

    Bake the base

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Filling Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare the filling

    In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until well combined.

  2. 7

    Assemble the filling

    Once the base is baked and cooled for about 10 minutes, spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the top.

Topping Preparation

  1. 8

    Add the topping

    Top the cream cheese layer with whipped cream and arrange fresh berries on top. Garnish with mint leaves.

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