Cream cheese squares are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed as a dessert or snack. Here’s a simple recipe for cream cheese squares:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- Optional: Fruit preserves or fresh fruit for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking dish to form the crust.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, and continue to beat until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust in the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Optional: If you like, you can add a layer of fruit preserves or fresh fruit on top of the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Allow the cream cheese squares to cool completely before refrigerating for a few hours or overnight to set.
- Once chilled, cut the dessert into squares and serve. Enjoy!
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite toppings or experimenting with different flavors of fruit preserves. These cream cheese squares are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
