Strawberry Shortcake Bars Quick and Simple Recipe
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Strawberry Shortcake Bars, a quick and easy dessert ready in just 30 minutes! Perfect for summer picnics or family gatherings, these bars feature a buttery crumb crust topped with fresh strawberries and a sweet glaze. Each bite bursts with fruity flavor, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. You’ll love how effortlessly you can whip up this dessert that not only looks beautiful but also impresses your guests. Let’s get started on creating these scrumptious Strawberry Shortcake Bars!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes about 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 2 cups Fresh Strawberries
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, and softened butter until crumbly. Press firmly into the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
- Meanwhile, wash, hull, and chop the strawberries. Mix with powdered sugar and flour in a separate bowl.
- Spread the strawberry mixture over the baked crust, then sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
- Bake again for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Let cool completely before drizzling with a glaze made from powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg