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Easy Strawberry Shortcake Bars – Buttery Crust with Juicy Strawberry Filling

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Tender, buttery Strawberry Shortcake Bars with a juicy strawberry filling and smooth vanilla glaze, perfect for spring or summer gatherings.

  • Total Time: 39 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

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Crust and Crumb

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (250g)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar (65g)
  • 3 tbsp light brown sugar, packed (45g)
  • ¾ cup salted butter, melted (170g)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Strawberry Filling

  • 3 cups chopped fresh strawberries (400g)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar (25g)
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (9g)

Glaze

  • ½ cup powdered sugar (60g)
  • 1 tbsp light or heavy whipping cream (15ml)
  • ¼ tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang.
  2. Mix flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt (if using unsalted butter) in a bowl. Add melted butter and vanilla, mix until crumbly. Reserve 1/3 for topping.
  3. Press 2/3 of crumb mixture evenly into the pan and bake 15-20 minutes until lightly golden. Cool slightly.
  4. Mix strawberries, sugar, and flour, then spread over baked crust.
  5. Crumble reserved topping over strawberries and bake 30-35 minutes until bubbling and golden. Cool completely.
  6. Whisk powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla for glaze. Drizzle over cooled bars.
  7. Cut into 12 bars and serve.

Notes

  • Use ripe, firm strawberries for best texture.
  • Add a pinch of salt if using unsalted butter.
  • Cool completely before glazing to prevent melting.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 29 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian