Strawberry Shortcake Bars
Delicious and comforting Strawberry Shortcake Bars made with fresh strawberries, a buttery crust, and a crumbly topping, perfect for family gatherings and casual dessert moments.
Ingredients
Crust and Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Use good quality flour for the best texture.
- 1/2 cup butter, softened Good butter makes a big difference.
- 1/4 cup sugar Adjust based on sweetness of strawberries.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Use true vanilla extract for better flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt A tiny pinch balances sweetness.
Strawberry Layer
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for strawberries) Reduce to 1 tablespoon if berries are very sweet.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens the flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, softened butter, sugar, vanilla, baking powder, and salt until crumbly.
- Press half of the dough mixture into the bottom of the greased baking dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice, then pour this mixture over the crust.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the top of the strawberries.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
Serve warm with ice cream or at room temperature with whipped cream. Store in an airtight container after cooling.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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