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5-Ingredient Oven Baked Independence Day Sweet

A simple and delightful dessert with creamy texture and sweet strawberry flavor, perfect for Independence Day or any summer gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 9 whole uncooked lasagna noodles
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened Make sure the cream cheese is softened for smooth mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1.5 cups strawberry jam or preserves Other jams like raspberry or blueberry can be used.
  • 2 cups milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and milk until mostly smooth and pourable.
  3. Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture in the bottom of the dish. Arrange 3 whole uncooked lasagna noodles over it and spoon some strawberry jam over the noodles.
  4. Repeat the layers two more times, ending with the cream cheese mixture on top to ensure the noodles are well covered.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  2. Uncover and bake for 10 to 15 minutes more, until the top is lightly set and the noodles are tender when pierced.
Serving
  1. Let the dessert rest for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve warm or chill and top with fresh strawberries and blueberries for a festive finish.

Notes

To store, keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days, or freeze well wrapped to avoid freezer burn. Thaw in the fridge before warming up.