Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Strawberry Shortcake Bars, a perfect dessert for any occasion. These bars combine a buttery vanilla cake base with luscious cream cheese frosting and fresh strawberries, creating a treat that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ideal for picnics, parties, or a sweet indulgence at home, these easy-to-make bars are sure to impress guests of all ages. With their make-ahead convenience and crowd-pleasing qualities, you’ll want to keep this recipe on hand for every gathering.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pint diced strawberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together sugar and softened butter until light and creamy. Add eggs, baking powder, and salt; mix well.
- Gradually add flour and milk alternately while mixing until combined. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 18-20 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
- Combine diced strawberries with sugar; set aside to let juices develop.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese with heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Spread frosting over the cooled cake and top with macerated strawberries before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (55g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg