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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 egg
- For the Filling:
- 24 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 (21-ounce) cans cherry pie filling
- For the Powdered Sugar Glaze (optional):
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
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