Description
Delightful bars featuring a buttery crust topped with juicy strawberries and fluffy whipped cream, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine 2 cups of flour, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, 1 cup of softened butter, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a mixing bowl until the dough is crumbly.
- Press the dough into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake in the oven for about 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Prepare the strawberries by combining 1 cup of sliced strawberries, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice in another bowl.
- Let the strawberry mixture sit for about 10 minutes.
- Once the crust is baked, remove it and let it cool slightly.
- Spread the strawberry mixture evenly over the crust.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Let cool, then cut into bars and serve with whipped cream on top.
Notes
Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor. Consider making the base ahead of time for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, dessert, summer treats, strawberry bars