Dutch Files Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
- 2
Cream Butter and Sugar
In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Assembling and Baking
- 6
Prepare Baking Dish
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish (9x13 inches) with butter or cooking spray.
- 7
Layer the Dough
Spread half of the dough mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- 8
Add the Filling
Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the dough layer.
- 9
Top with Remaining Dough
Dollop the remaining dough mixture over the filling. It doesn't need to cover completely.
- 10
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Finishing Touch
- 11
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar and cocoa powder together.
- 12
Serve
Allow the Dutch Files to cool slightly before dusting with the topping mixture. Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
