FRESH STRAWBERRY DESSERT

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Each year my husband reminds me of the approaching strawberry season by putting in an early request for this dessert. One of my own original recipes, it's eye-catching, yet holds up well in travel.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

CRUST:
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
1 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 quarts fresh strawberries, halved
GLAZE:
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup water
3 tablespoons strawberry gelatin
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour and nuts. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 300° for 25-30 minutes or until set; cool completely on a wire rack. , For filling, in a small bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Spread over crust; cover and chill. , For glaze, 2-3 hours before serving, combine sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Stir in lemon juice. Cool to lukewarm, stirring occasionally. , Meanwhile, arrange strawberries over filling. Spoon glaze over berries. Chill until serving. Garnish with whipped cream.

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