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Delicious homemade strawberry shortcake bars topped with fresh strawberries

Strawberry Shortcake Bars

Delicious handheld strawberry shortcake bars that are quick to assemble and a perfect summer dessert, featuring a buttery crumb crust, jammy strawberry filling, and a sweet glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 3/4 cups 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour Spoon flour into the cup and level it for accurate results.
  • 1/3 cup 1/3 cup granulated sugar Reduce by 1 to 2 tablespoons if berries are very sweet.
  • 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup 3/4 cup salted butter, melted If using unsalted, add a pinch of salt.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the filling
  • 3 cups 3 cups chopped fresh strawberries Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Reduce if strawberries are very sweet.
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon all purpose flour Helps thicken the filling.
For the glaze
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon light or heavy whipping cream Use what you have.
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8 by 8 inch square pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt (if using unsalted butter).
  3. Pour in the melted butter and vanilla. Stir until clumpy, then toss with fingers or a fork until large crumbs form.
  4. Reserve about two thirds of the crumb mixture. Press the remaining crumbs evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the crust is lightly golden.
  6. While the crust bakes, toss the chopped strawberries with granulated sugar and flour, and spread them over the warm crust.
  7. Crumble the reserved dough over the strawberries evenly.
  8. Bake for another 30 to 35 minutes until the fruit is bubbling and the top is golden.
  9. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  10. Whisk together the powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla to make the glaze and drizzle over the cooled bars.
  11. Lift the slab from the pan using the parchment and cut into 12 bars. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

These bars are great on their own, but try warming a square and topping with vanilla ice cream or dusting with powdered sugar for an extra treat. Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 24 hours, or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

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