Description
Strawberry Shortcake Bars are a delightful dessert that combines layers of buttery shortcake, fresh strawberries, and creamy whipped topping. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights in, these bars offer a burst of fruity flavor in every bite. Easy to make and visually appealing, they are sure to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Toss the sliced strawberries with 1 tbsp of sugar in a bowl and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; whisk together.
- Cut in the cold butter until crumbly. Stir in heavy cream and vanilla until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Once cooled, layer the strawberries on top and add whipped cream if desired. Slice into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg