Easy Strawberry Shortcake Bars
Delightful, tender bars featuring the fresh flavors of strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened adds moisture and richness
- 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens the mixture
- 2 large eggs binds ingredients, adds moisture
- 1 tsp vanilla extract enhances flavor
- 2 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
- 1 tsp baking powder adds leavening for lightness
- ¼ tsp fine salt balances sweetness
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped and blotted dry adds freshness and moisture
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar optional, to sweeten tart berries
- 1 tbsp cornstarch helps thicken berry mixture
- to taste Whipped cream or stabilized whipped topping optional, for serving
- to taste White chocolate or powdered sugar for drizzling or dusting
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
Mixing
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and fine salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the butter-sugar-egg mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Sprinkle the cornstarch over the strawberries and fold it in.
Baking
- Spread the batter evenly into your prepared baking pan.
- Bake the bars until they are lightly golden on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan.
- After a few minutes, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- Once cooled, slice into squares or rectangles.
- Drizzle with melted white chocolate or dust with powdered sugar for sweetness if desired.
- Top with whipped cream or stabilized whipped topping for added creaminess.
Notes
This dessert is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or gatherings. It’s best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored for a few days.