Description
Savor the taste of summer with these delightful Strawberry Shortcake Bars. This easy-to-make dessert features layers of buttery shortcake and juicy strawberries, perfect for any occasion from backyard barbecues to family gatherings. With a beautiful presentation and customizable flavors, these bars are sure to become a favorite treat that leaves everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until just combined.
- Gently fold in half of the chopped strawberries into the batter. Pour into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely before lifting from the pan.
- Top with remaining strawberries and whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg