Raspberry Cream Squares

Indulge in the irresistible layers of Raspberry Cream Squares, a no-fail dessert guaranteed to delight your taste buds and impress guests. This recipe features a buttery, golden crust that’s baked to perfection, topped with a luscious layer of sweet-tart raspberry preserves, and crowned with a silky, whipped cream cheese topping. Creamy, fruity, and refreshingly light, these squares are perfect for everything from casual gatherings to special celebrations. Garnished with fresh raspberries and mint leaves, this stunning dessert is as gorgeous as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple yet decadent ingredients like cream cheese, heavy cream, and raspberry preserves, these easy-to-make squares are a must-try treat for fans of berry-inspired dishes. Serve this chilled dessert for a cool, satisfying finish to any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.75 cup raspberry preserves
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup fresh raspberries (optional for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons mint leaves (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Press the crumbly mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool completely.

Step 4

Spread the raspberry preserves evenly over the cooled crust, ensuring an even layer of fruit goodness.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand or stand mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, and continue beating until well combined.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in batches until no streaks remain.

Step 8

Spread the cream mixture over the raspberry layer, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until the cream layer is set.

Step 9

Once set, slice the dessert into squares. Optionally, garnish each square with fresh raspberries and a mint leaf for a decorative touch.

Step 10

Serve chilled and enjoy these luscious Raspberry Cream Squares!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1095.8 grams (1095.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3961

Total Fat 225.90g	290%
Saturated Fat 139.20g	696%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 639mg	213%
Sodium 827mg	36%
Total Carbohydrate 457.10g	166%
Dietary Fiber 24.80g	89%
Total Sugars 292.90g
Protein 36.20g	72%

Vitamin D 88IU	438%
Calcium 321mg	25%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 651mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.7%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 45.6%