Homemade Cream Cheese Silky Smooth Homemade Cream Cheese Made From Scratch Ingredients: 4 cups whole milk 2 cups heavy cream 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional) 3 tablespoons white vinegar or lemon juice Cheesecloth for straining Directions: In a large saucepan, combine the milk and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir occasionally and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer (do not boil). Once it reaches a simmer, add the vinegar or lemon juice slowly while stirring. You’ll see the curds start to separate from the whey. Continue to stir gently until curds fully form and the liquid becomes mostly clear. Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes to allow the curds to finish setting. Line a colander with cheesecloth and place it over a bowl. Pour the mixture through the cheesecloth to strain out the whey. Let it drain for about 15–20 minutes, or until desired thickness is reached. For thicker cream cheese, let it drain longer. Transfer the curds to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding salt if desired. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 90 kcal per 2 tbsp serving | Servings: About 2 cups #homemadecreamcheese #fromscratch #easydairyrecipes #cheesemaking #homemadegoodness #kitchenbasics #creamycheese #spreadables #diydairy #cheeserecipe #simpleingredients #madeathome #nocheeseadditives #freshspread #cheeselovers #homesteadkitchen #easyhomemade #creamcheesespread #healthyfats #smallbatchrecipes Say goodbye to store-bought! 🧀 This homemade cream cheese is ultra creamy, fresh, and easy to make at home! 😍🫶

Strawberry Chocolate Cake Decadent Chocolate Layer Cake with Fresh Strawberries Ingredients: For the cake: 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 cup whole milk 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup boiling water For the strawberry filling: 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice For the chocolate frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 3 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Pinch of salt Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk sugar, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until smooth. Stir in boiling water carefully; batter will be thin. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely. Prepare strawberry filling: 8. Combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to macerate. Prepare frosting: 9. Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with heavy cream, until smooth and fluffy. 10. Mix in vanilla extract and salt. Assemble the cake: 11. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread strawberry filling evenly on top. 12. Add second cake layer on top. Frost the entire cake with chocolate frosting. 13. Decorate with fresh strawberry slices if desired. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 450 kcal per slice (assuming 12 slices) | Servings: 12 servings #chocolatecake #strawberrycake #layercake #dessertrecipe #homemadecake #chocolatefrosting #freshfruitcake #bakinglove #sweettooth #cakeideas #celebrationcake #dessertlover #cakefromscratch #moistcake #fruitandchocolate #desserttime #bakingfun #frostingrecipe #classicdessert #cakeparty Indulge in this luscious Strawberry Chocolate Cake — moist chocolate layers paired with sweet, fresh strawberries and rich chocolate frosting. Perfect for any celebration! 🍓🍫🎂