Strawberry Shortcake Streusel Bars
Strawberry Shortcake Streusel Bars are the perfect sweet treat for warm weather, combining a buttery shortbread base with the delightful sweetness of baked strawberries. These bars offer a handheld version of traditional strawberry shortcake, making them an ideal choice for picnics, family gatherings, or a quick afternoon snack. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, these bars make indulging in fresh flavors effortless and enjoyable. Whether served warm with whipped cream or chilled with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, they are sure to please everyone.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Mix in flour and baking powder until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking dish and bake for 10 minutes until slightly golden.
- Prepare the filling by combining chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in another bowl.
- Spread the strawberry mixture over the baked base.
- For the streusel topping, mix brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon in a separate bowl and sprinkle it over the strawberry layer.
- Bake again for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg