Recipes tagged with « Cream Cheese »
Spiced Molasses Cake
Dense gingerbread cake with molasses, cinnamon, and a hint of clove. Butter-sugar creamed then eggs folded in for fluff; milk alternated with spiced flour blend to keep the batter light. Frosted with cream cheese, butter, extra molasses, and cinnamon whipped into thick clouds, thinned with cream to just spreadable. Two layers, trimmed flat, sealed with a generous cream cheese molasses frosting that sticks like a charm. Cool before frosting or it will slide off. Gingersnaps garnish adds crunch and balance. Watch for classic signs: toothpick clean out cues doneness perfectly. Dark pans require drop in temp to avoid burnt edges.
Birthday Crumb Delight
Layers of crushed cookies, tangy cream cheese mix, thick pudding, and whipped topping. Uses vanilla sandwich cookies crushed fine, melted butter to bind. Cream cheese beaten well with powdered sugar and frozen topping for fluffy base. Sprinkles add color, stirred gently not crushed. Pudding mix thickens quickly when whisked with milk and frozen topping, spread carefully over cream layer. Final touch whipped topping spread with spoon, swoops made visually inviting. Chill several times, layers must be cold for clean cuts and texture contrast. A few ingredient swaps tweak flavor and texture subtly. Make a visual colorful party treat with simple tools and patience.
Almond Cream Cheese Pastry
Uses crescent dough rectangles linked into one large sheet. Cream cheese sweetened with light brown sugar plus cinnamon replaces pure vanilla for warmth. Chopped pecans swapped in for almonds; texture with a cinnamon drizzle frosting finish the twist. Folding strips inward locks the filling, producing a layered, flaky effect. Baking until golden brown with bubbling edges signals readiness. Icing made richer with cream cheese instead of butter, adding tang and body. Timings adjusted; dough cuts spaced tighter for better twist grip and a 22-minute bake for thorough cooking. Focus on visual cues and textures throughout.
Spiced Pumpkin Jelly Roll
A moist spiced pumpkin sponge wrapped with tangy cream cheese frosting and dusted with pumpkin pie spice and powdered sugar. Uses pumpkin puree, basic pantry staples, and a whipped cream cheese vanilla frosting variation. Focus on tactile cues to avoid drying out the cake. The batter blends wet and dry separately to maintain structure. Rolling the cake while warm prevents cracks. Chilling firms it up for neat slicing.
Lemon Cream Cheese Bars
A zesty lemon cream cheese bar with a crunchy oat crust, kissed with lime zest and a swirl of homemade marmalade. Uses rolled oats instead of graham crackers for a heartier base. Cream cheese whipped till airy before adding subtle tweaks like Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, lending tang and firmness. Baked low and slow for a custardy center, edges showing first golden hints. Lemon curd replaced with orange marmalade for a bittersweet twist. Technique tips included for texture and to avoid cracks. Perfect balance between tart, sweet, creamy, and crumbly textures.
Blueberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake
Fruit base swaps fresh or frozen berries with juice or canned alternatives for year-round access. Cream cheese layer folded with Greek yogurt instead of sour cream reduces tang slightly and adds protein. Cake mix topping replaced with biscuit mix for a denser crumb and richer texture. Butter sliced cold for ease but dotted if knife dull; uneven coverage leads to bare dry spots. Bake till topping golden, bubbling edges show active filling. Rest post bake relaxes gooey center, allowing cleaner slices. Watch butter melt patterns, not rigid timers alone for best results.
Blueberry Cream Fluff
A chilled dessert folding fresh blueberries with a creamy blend of softened cheese and whipped topping, sweetened and brightened by citrus and vanilla. Integrates fresh blueberry pie filling for added sweetness and texture. Requires gentle folding to keep blueberries intact and fluffy texture intact. Chill for flavor melding and firming up. High sugar and fat content, suitable for occasional indulgence. Simple prep, no baking needed.
Velvety Hazelnut Cream Dip
A luscious hazelnut and cream cheese dip folded with light whipped topping and crunchy cacao nibs offers a balance of creamy, sweet, and textural contrast. Quick assembly, no heat required. Swap cream cheese for mascarpone or ricotta for a milder base. Powdered sugar gives gentle sweetness; brown sugar or honey also works but alters texture. Cream can be heavy or whipping—just avoid ultra-pasteurized for best whip stability. Add a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest for a zing twist. Great for fruits or crunchies. No mixer? Whisk vigorously by hand for desired blend and texture.