Description
These Strawberry Shortcake Bars are the ultimate fuss-free summer dessert. Featuring a soft, buttery yellow cake base topped with a luscious, stabilized cream cheese and whipped cream frosting, they offer all the nostalgic flavor of traditional shortcake without the hassle of individual biscuits. Perfect for potlucks and backyard barbecues, these bars are dense, creamy, and topped with fresh, juicy strawberries for a refreshing finish.
Ingredients
15.25 ounce yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced hull removed
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, and eggs until a soft dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth.
Add the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract, whipping until stiff peaks form.
Spread the cream mixture evenly over the cooled base.
Top with sliced fresh strawberries and chill for at least 1 hour before cutting into bars.
Notes
Ensure the cake base is completely cool before adding the frosting, otherwise, the heat will cause the cream to melt. You can store these in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For a cleaner cut, chill the bars thoroughly before slicing with a sharp knife.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg