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Strawberry Ice Cream Bars

Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Bars for Ultimate Summer Bliss

Enjoy the delightful homemade Strawberry Ice Cream Bars, a must-try treat for the summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Compote
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Use ripe, in-season berries for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust based on strawberry sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Water Helps to break down strawberries.
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers Opt for fresh and crispy crackers.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use real butter for flavor.
For the Ice Cream Layer
  • 2 pints Vanilla Ice Cream Choose high-quality ice cream.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • offset spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes until thickened. Let cool completely.
  2. Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press firmly into an 8x8-inch baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes until golden and cool.
  3. Spoon softened vanilla ice cream over the crust and spread evenly.
  4. Drizzle cooled strawberry compote over the ice cream and swirl gently.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
  6. Remove from freezer and cut into bars using a warm knife.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow strawberry compote to cool completely before adding to the ice cream layer for best texture. These bars can be made ahead of time and taste better after a day in the freezer.

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