🍰 Strawberries and Cream Magic Bars 🍓

Satisfy your sweet tooth with a berry-licious treat that's perfect for any family gathering or just to add a touch of sweetness to your day!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of strawberry preserves
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup of confectioners' sugar
- 3/4 cup of white chocolate chips
- 1 and 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Begin by making the crust: mix the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the egg, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
4. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Dollop the strawberry preserves on top and gently swirl into the cream cheese with a knife.
5. In another bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, and salt. Crumble this mixture over the strawberry layer.
6. Sprinkle the white chocolate chips evenly over the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is lightly golden and the filling is set.
8. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 280 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 20 g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham crackers and flour.
- Enhance the berry flavor by adding a layer of fresh sliced strawberries between the cream cheese and dough layers.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 40 minutes | Serving: 24 bars