Strawberries & Cream Bars

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°. Using a pastry cutter, fork or electric hand mixer mix together the butter, flour and powdered sugar till crumbly, but holds together when pressed.

Step 2

Spray with oil or lightly grease a lightly 9x13 baking dish. Press the crumble into a smooth, solid crust in to the bottom of the dish.

Step 3

Bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Let it cool before adding on the next layers.

Step 4

Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, blend the cream cheese and powdered sugar. Turn the mixer on low, while slowly pouring in the cream.

Step 5

Slowly up the speed of the mixer. Stop and scrape the sides, as needed. Whip till is smooth and firm.

Step 6

Spread the cream layer evenly over the cooled crust.

Step 7

With a whisk, blend together the sugar and corn starch. Slowly add the water while whisking.

Step 8

Whisk over medium high heat till thick and bubbly. Take off the heat.

Step 9

Whisk in a few drops of red food coloring if desired. If you choose not to, it won't affect the flavor, but it will not look very appetizing.

Step 10

After the sauce cools a bit, add in the chopped strawberries.

Step 11

Let the sauce cool to room temperature before spreading over the cream layer.

Step 12

Recommended to chill for 1 hour before eating. Cut into squares to chill.