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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 23x33 cm baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
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In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
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In a saucepan, gently combine strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened and jam-like, about 5–7 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract; mix until a smooth batter forms.
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Pour the cake batter evenly into the prepared dish. Spoon the cheesecake mixture in dollops over the batter and gently swirl using a knife or spatula.
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Distribute the strawberry filling evenly over the swirled batter without mixing it in.
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Drizzle melted butter over the entire surface. Sprinkle granulated sugar evenly for a crisp, sweet crust.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set. Cool at least 15 minutes before serving.