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Strawberry Shortcake Bars Recipe

Strawberry Shortcake Bars Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Shortcake Bars, a perfect summer treat that combines a buttery shortbread crust with fresh strawberries. These bars are not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making them an ideal dessert for summer picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings. With a luscious vanilla glaze drizzled on top, each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Whether served warm or chilled, these Strawberry Shortcake Bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • â…“ cup (65g) granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoon (45g) packed light brown sugar
  • ¾ cup (170g) salted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (400g) chopped fresh strawberries
  • 2 tablespoon (25g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (9g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) light or heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving about a 2-inch overhang on each side for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt. Mix thoroughly to eliminate any lumps, especially of brown sugar. Add the melted salted butter and pure vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir with a spoon until they start to come together. Use your fingertips to toss and form large crumbs. Take about two-thirds of this crumb mixture and press it evenly into the bottom of your prepared pan using floured hands. Smooth the surface with an offset spatula. Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden; set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the chopped fresh strawberries, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour. Carefully coat the fruit evenly. Spoon this strawberry mixture evenly over the slightly cooled baked crust layer in the pan.
  4. Crumble the remaining one-third of the crust mixture evenly on top of the strawberry layer. The strawberries should remain visible between crumbs. Bake again for 30-35 minutes until bubbling juices appear and topping turns golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cream, and additional vanilla extract. Drizzle this vanilla glaze evenly over the cooled bars. Once glazed, cut into 12 bars and serve.

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