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Strawberry Butter Bars

Irresistible Strawberry Butter Bars That Melt in Your Mouth

Delight in these Strawberry Butter Bars, featuring a buttery crumble and juicy strawberries, perfect for gatherings or picnics.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base and Topping
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitution: Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 0.75 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust the amount for less sweetness, if desired.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Use softened, room temperature butter for easy mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Filling
  • 1.5 cups Fresh Strawberries Use ripe strawberries for the best taste; can substitute with other berries.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Strawberry Butter Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  3. Add ½ cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dry mixture, blending until crumbly.
  4. Press half of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  5. Evenly distribute approximately 1 ½ cups of chopped fresh strawberries over the crust.
  6. Crumble the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the strawberries.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes until the top is golden brown and fragrant.
  8. Allow to cool completely in the dish before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.

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