Ingredients:

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Toss 4 cups halved strawberries with 1/2 cup sugar, 2 tbsp cornstarch, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a large bowl. Let this sit for 10 minutes until the berries look syrupy, then pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Beat 8 oz softened cream cheese and 1/4 cup sugar in a medium bowl until smooth.
  4. Mix in 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract on medium speed until the mixture is velvety and lump free.
  5. Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly over the strawberries. Note: Use a spatula to push it to the edges so the berries are fully covered.
  6. Whisk 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 tsp baking powder in a bowl.
  7. Cut in 1/2 cup chilled cubed butter using a pastry cutter or forks until you see coarse crumbs.
  8. Stir in 1/2 cup whole milk until just combined. Note: Don't overmix or the topping will become tough.
  9. Spread the dough over the cream cheese layer.
  10. Bake for 40 minutes until the crust is mahogany colored and the filling is set.