Description
These Strawberry Pie Bars are a delightful dessert bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, layered with a buttery shortbread crust, and topped with a golden crumble. Perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or a sweet treat at home, these easy-to-make bars offer the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Enjoy them warm with a scoop of ice cream or chilled for a refreshing snack!
Ingredients
Ingredients
For the Crust/Topping:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3 large eggs, slightly beaten
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, halved
- 1 tablespoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Make the Crust & Topping: In a stand mixer, combine flour, sugar, salt, and lemon zest on low speed. Add cold butter cubes and mix until the butter forms pea-sized pieces. Add eggs and mix until crumbly.
- Form the Base: Press ⅔ of the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to create the crust.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, mix strawberries, lemon juice, cornstarch, and sugar until well coated.
- Assemble: Spread the strawberry filling over the crust. Crumble the remaining dough over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the topping is golden brown.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool completely before lifting out of the pan and cutting into squares.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Wrap bars individually and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds for a warm treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
