Description
A comforting American dessert combining a buttery brioche-like base, sweet strawberry filling with a syrupy glaze, and an optional dollop of whipped cream. Easy to make, perfect for gatherings, and customizable for any audience.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper
In a bowl, whisk flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, and cornstarch
Add softened butter and mix until crumbly
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons melted butter
Gradually fold egg mixture into flour blend until dough forms
Transfer dough to prepared dish, press evenly, and bake 25 minutes
Toss strawberries with 1/3 cup sugar and ground cinnamon
Spread strawberry mixture over warm base and return to oven
Bake uncovered 15-20 minutes until berries bubble and glaze forms
Chill cream and powdered sugar, whip to stiff peaks if desired
Refrigerate bars at least 1 hour before slicing
Notes
Use overripe strawberries for maximum sweetness
Add a crumb topping (flour, butter, sugar) for crunch if preferred
Store in an airtight container in fridge up to 3 days
Freeze unbaked dough for easier portioning
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Protein: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg