Description
These Strawberry Shortcake Bars have a buttery crust, juicy fresh strawberries, a crumbly topping, and a sweet vanilla glaze. Easy to make and perfect for spring or summer desserts.
Ingredients
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
¾ cup salted butter, melted (add a pinch of salt if using unsalted)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups chopped fresh strawberries
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon light or heavy cream
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving extra on the sides.
2. Mix flour, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a bowl.
3. Stir in melted butter and vanilla until the mixture becomes crumbly.
4. Press about two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake 15–20 minutes until lightly golden.
5. Cool slightly while preparing the strawberry filling.
6. In a separate bowl, toss chopped strawberries with sugar and flour until coated.
7. Spread the strawberries evenly over the crust.
8. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top, leaving some strawberries exposed.
9. Bake 30–35 minutes, until topping is golden and filling is bubbling.
10. Cool completely in the pan.
11. Whisk powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla until smooth to make the glaze.
12. Drizzle glaze over the cooled bars.
13. Lift out using parchment overhang and cut into 12 bars.
Notes
Use ripe, firm strawberries to avoid excess moisture.
Cool completely before glazing to prevent melting.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Can be served chilled or at room temperature.
Wrap and freeze for up to 3 months; thaw before serving.
Double recipe for a 9×13-inch pan and adjust baking time slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg