Strawberry Crumb Bars
These Strawberry Crumb Bars combine fresh strawberries with a buttery crumb topping, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust and Topping Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure the butter is softened for better mixing.
- 1 cup sugar For the crust.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped Use ripe strawberries for best flavor.
- 1/4 cup sugar (for filling) Adjust based on sweetness of strawberries.
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Helps to thicken the strawberry filling.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the vanilla.
- Press half of the crumb mixture into the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
Filling and Baking
- In another bowl, combine the strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch.
- Pour the strawberry filling over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top of the strawberries.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can be refrigerated for a week or frozen for up to 3 months. Make sure to wrap them well to avoid freezer burn.