Description
Strawberry Shortcake Bars are the ultimate summer dessert, combining layers of fluffy cake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream into a delightful treat that brings back nostalgic memories. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these bars are perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests. Indulge in the sweet and tangy flavors of summer with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl; gradually add to the creamed mixture while alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Layer sliced strawberries on each square and top with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg