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Strawberry Shortcake Bars

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Delightful strawberry shortcake bars that capture the essence of the classic dessert in a portable form, perfect for picnics and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Whisk together the egg, vanilla extract, and milk in a separate bowl.
  5. Stir the wet mixture into the dry mixture until just combined.
  6. Press half of the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  7. Toss the sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar in a bowl.
  8. Spread the sugared strawberries evenly over the cooked crust.
  9. Crumble the remaining dough over the strawberries and return to the oven for another 25 to 30 minutes.
  10. Cool slightly before whisking together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk for a glaze.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature; refrigerate for up to a week.

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