Strawberry Crumb Bars
These Strawberry Crumb Bars are buttery, jammy, and bursting with fresh fruit flavor. With a tender crust and crumbly topping, they're simple to make and guaranteed to become a favorite — a perfect blend of nostalgia and flavor in every bite.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Pastry cutter or fork
- 8x8 or 9x9-inch baking pan
- Parchment Paper
- Oven
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Crumb Base and Topping
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter very cold, cubed
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Filling
- 2 1/2 cups fresh strawberries chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8x8 or 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add beaten egg and vanilla.
- Cut in cold butter using a fork or pastry cutter until mixture is crumbly with pea-sized bits.
- In a separate bowl, combine strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch. Stir until berries are coated and glossy.
- Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- Spoon the strawberry filling evenly over the crust layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top, letting some berries peek through.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until the top is lightly golden and the fruit is bubbling.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing. For cleaner cuts, refrigerate before serving.
Notes
These bars are even better chilled or topped with vanilla ice cream. Feel free to double the batch for gatherings — they disappear fast!