Ingredients for Fresh Strawberry Bars
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter
- Peanut Butter
- Brown Sugar
- Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Vanilla
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- Strawberry Jam
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
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How to Make Fresh Strawberry Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely in the pan before frosting.
- While the bars are cooling, prepare the strawberry glaze: In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup strawberry jam, 2 tablespoons water, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Simmer over low heat until melted and smooth.
- Once the bars are completely cool, spread the strawberry glaze evenly over the top.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
12 g
Sugar
227g
Fat
55g
Carbs
28g
