Delicious Strawberry Shortcake Bars for Summer Bliss

These Strawberry Shortcake Bars combine tender shortcake with juicy strawberries, making them a must-try treat for summer gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 35

Chilling Time 1

Total Time 2 5

Servings: 9 bars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shortcake Base

1 cup Butter room temperature
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with a sugar alternative
2 large Eggs room temperature
2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
1 tbsp Baking Powder
1/4 tsp Salt

For the Strawberry Filling

2 cups Fresh Strawberries sliced

Optional Topping

1 cup Whipped Cream add just before serving

Equipment

Square baking pan
Parchment paper
Mixing bowl
spatula
Whisk
knife

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line your square baking pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until fluffy, then add the eggs and mix until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; then fold into the wet mixture.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Once cooled, layer the sliced strawberries evenly over the top.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Cut into squares and top with whipped cream before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure that your butter and eggs are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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