Strawberry Crumble Bars
These strawberry crumble bars are a deliciously simple dessert made with fresh strawberries and a buttery crumble topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust and Topping
- 2 cups all-purpose flour provides structure and stability
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder leavening agent for lightness
- 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed adds richness and moisture
- 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar sweetness with a hint of caramel
- 1 large egg binds ingredients together
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract flavor enhancement
Filling
- 3 cups chopped strawberries freshness and natural sweetness
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar additional sweetness
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch helps thicken the filling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven and grease or line your baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.
- Incorporate the cold, cubed unsalted butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture into the flour and butter mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Press half of the dough mixture into the bottom of your prepared baking dish evenly.
- Toss the chopped strawberries with the granulated sugar and cornstarch until the strawberries are completely coated.
- Spread the strawberry mixture over the pressed dough evenly.
- Crumble the remaining dough evenly over the top of the strawberries.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 to 35 minutes.
- Let them cool in the dish before slicing.
Notes
Store at room temperature for up to two days or in the fridge for up to a week. Freeze bars for up to three months, reheating before serving.