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Strawberry Shortcake Bars

Strawberry Shortcake Bars: Your New Sweet Summer Obsession

Experience the joy of summer with these delicious Strawberry Shortcake Bars, combining juicy strawberries with a buttery shortcake base.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortcake Base
  • 1 cup Butter room temperature
  • 1 cup Sugar can use brown sugar
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries sliced and ripe
For the Topping (optional)
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream add before serving

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the room-temperature butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the large eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition until smooth.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  5. Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish, smoothing it out evenly.
  6. Spread the sliced strawberries evenly over the batter layer, pressing them down slightly.
  7. Spoon the remaining batter over the strawberries, smoothing it out to cover completely.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden edges and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow cooling in the pan for at least 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Slice into squares and optionally top with whipped cream before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve fresh and store in an airtight container to maintain softness. Optionally chill before serving for a refreshing treat.

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