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Strawberry Shortcake Bars

Strawberry Shortcake Bars That Will Sweeten Your Summer

Make delicious Strawberry Shortcake Bars in just 30 minutes for a perfect summer treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour substitute with almond flour for gluten-free
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar no direct substitutions recommended
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter use vegan butter for dairy-free
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries can use thawed and drained frozen strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour can substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free
For the Topping
  • 1 cups reserved crumb mixture
  • 1 cups powdered sugar substitute with coconut sugar for less refined
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract no direct substitutions recommended

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • 8×8-inch baking pan
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line the baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and softened butter. Mix until crumbly and press into the prepared pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Rinse, hull, and chop the strawberries. Toss with sugar and flour, then set aside.
  4. Spread the strawberry mixture over the cooled crust. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture on top.
  5. Bake for an additional 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Allow to cool on a wire rack. Whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla for the glaze and drizzle over the bars.
  7. Cut into squares and serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These bars can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for 4-5 days. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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