Strawberry Shortcake Bars Recipe
Indulge in these delicious Strawberry Shortcake Bars that offer a perfect combination of buttery shortcake, sweet strawberries, and a creamy topping. A delightful treat for any occasion!
- Author: Maya Quinn
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the shortcake base:
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
For the filling:
- 2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar (optional, for sweetening berries)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
For the topping (optional):
- Whipped cream or stabilized whipped topping
- White chocolate drizzle or powdered sugar
- Prep the pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
- Make the shortcake base: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla and beat until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined. The dough will be thick.
- Layer the batter: Spread about two-thirds of the batter into the bottom of the pan in an even layer.
- Prepare the strawberries: Toss chopped strawberries with cornstarch and a bit of sugar if desired. Spread evenly over the batter.
- Top with remaining dough: Drop spoonfuls of the remaining batter over the strawberry layer. It won’t cover completely—that’s okay!
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and top: Let the bars cool completely in the pan. Top with whipped cream or dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake Bars, Dessert, Summer Treat, Strawberry Desserts