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Delicious Strawberry Sugar Jam Squares Recipe Easy Homemade Tender Cake Base

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These strawberry sugar jam squares feature a tender, buttery cake base topped with sweet-tart strawberry jam, perfect for an easy homemade dessert that’s quick to make and loved by all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 1 cup (320g) strawberry sugar jam
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Add the dry ingredients and milk alternately in three batches, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently after each addition just until combined; do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth it evenly with a spatula to about ½ inch thickness.
  7. Spread the strawberry sugar jam evenly over the batter using the back of a spoon, leaving a rustic, slightly uneven look.
  8. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the cake (avoiding jam spots) comes out clean.
  9. Cool the squares completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes to allow the jam to set.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, then slice into squares and serve at room temperature.

Notes

Use softened butter (not melted) for best creaming results. Do not overmix the batter after adding flour to keep the cake tender. Use thick strawberry jam to prevent sinking; warm runny jam gently to thicken if needed. Allow squares to cool completely before slicing to avoid messy cuts. Variations include gluten-free flour, dairy-free substitutions, and alternative jams.

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