Strawberry Shortbread Bars
Delicious Strawberry Shortbread Bars that are perfect for dessert lovers.
Equipment
- 9x9 inch baking pan
Ingredients
Shortbread Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
Strawberry Topping
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Baking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla and salt, then gradually mix in flour.
- Press the mixture into the prepared pan evenly and prick the surface with a fork.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden. Allow to cool completely.
- In another bowl, combine sliced strawberries, powdered sugar, and lemon juice; gently toss to coat.
- Spread the strawberry mixture over the cooled shortbread crust.
- Cut into bars and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of lemon zest to the strawberry mixture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 45mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g
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