Strawberries and Cream Bars
Strawberries and Cream Bars are a refreshing dessert that beautifully captures the essence of summer in every bite. With a buttery crust, juicy strawberries, and a rich, creamy filling, these bars are perfect for picnics, gatherings, or simply as a sweet treat at home. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, they’re sure to delight everyone!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, and flour until crumbly. Press into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- While cooling, whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Gently fold in sliced strawberries.
- Pour the strawberry-cream mixture over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating lemon zest into the filling or using other berries like raspberries or blueberries. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.