Description
Indulge in the bliss of Strawberry Shortcake Bars, a delectable dessert that combines buttery, crumbly layers with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are a crowd-pleaser that transforms summer gatherings into sweet memories. Enjoy them chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing treat that will have everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Incorporate cold butter cubes until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries without crushing them.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown. A toothpick should come out clean.
- Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
- Whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form and serve on top of each bar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg