Holiday Bonus Is Back! Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base
Filling
Topping
Method
Base
- 1
Prepare the Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well until all dry ingredients are blended.
- 2
Cream the Butter
In another bowl, cream together the unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add the dry mixture while mixing on low speed until fully combined.
- 3
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, stir in the vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well blended.
Filling
- 4
Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
- 5
Add Egg Yolk and Vanilla
Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture, and beat until smooth and creamy.
Assembly & Topping
- 6
Layer the Mixtures
In a greased 9x13 inch baking pan, spread half of the base mixture evenly on the bottom. Spread the cream cheese filling on top, followed by the remaining base mixture to cover the filling.
- 7
Prepare the Topping
In a small bowl, mix the chopped pecans, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top layer of the batter.
- 8
Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the assembled dish for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Allow the dish to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.