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Mother’s Day Strawberry Shortcake Bars

Delicious Mother’s Day Strawberry Shortcake Bars to Wow Mom

Enjoy these Mother’s Day Strawberry Shortcake Bars, a delightful dessert featuring fresh strawberries and creamy whipped topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results
Topping
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Can use blueberries or raspberries as a swap
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can add a delightful twist

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • hand mixer or whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour and baking powder to the butter-sugar mixture and stir until a crumbly dough forms.
  4. Press the mixture into the bottom of the lined baking dish and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Allow the crust to cool completely in the baking dish.
  6. Wash and slice the strawberries, then toss them with a sprinkle of sugar to macerate for 10-15 minutes.
  7. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  8. Layer the macerated strawberries evenly over the cooled crust, then spread the whipped cream on top.
  9. Cut into squares and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor and texture, allow the bars to chill before serving and consider using various berries for versatility.

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