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Strawberry Shortcake Streusel Bars

Irresistible Strawberry Shortcake Streusel Bars for Summer Bliss

Discover the joy of Strawberry Shortcake Streusel Bars, a delightful portable dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on strawberry sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Granulated sugar can be used instead
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Regular or sea salt works well
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Chilled for flaky texture
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats Do not use instant oats
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 4 cups Fresh Strawberries Fresh is best, do not thaw if frozen
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Add more if strawberries are tart
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Always opt for fresh juice
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch or Tapioca Flour Thickening agent
  • 1/4 cup Strawberry Jam or Preserves Optional for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioners’ Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk or Heavy Cream Any milk can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice For tanginess

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Reserve 1 ½ cups of the crumb mixture for streusel topping. Stir in oats and press into the bottom of the pan.
  5. Par-bake the crust for 15 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Mix together fresh strawberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and optional jam.
  7. Spread the strawberry filling over the baked crust.
  8. Crumble the reserved streusel mixture over the filling.
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
  10. Cool in the pan for 2-3 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla bean ice cream for a delightful experience.

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