Strawberry Streusel Bars

Okay folks, buckle up for a trip down memory lane with a splash of sweetness! Picture this: crumbly, buttery goodness smothered with jammy berries — that’s the magic of these Strawberry Streusel Bars. They’re like the hug you didn’t know you needed on a gray day. Throw in some nostalgia, and you’ve got a treat that’s truly special. Trust me, your taste buds will throw a little parade for you.

Now, lemme tell you, every time I whip these up, it’s a family affair. Our kitchen buzzes with giggles (and the occasional snatch of raw dough — oops). My husband never fails to hover nearby for “quality control,” which means at least a quarter of the batch never even sees the pan. It’s a recipe that just became “ours,” if you know what I mean.

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Streusel Bars

– They come together like a dream when supper feels too far away.
– Ever have a not-so-great day? These bars are like tasty hugs on a plate.
– That first bite… fireworks, my friends. Absolute fireworks.
– Because they’re easy-peasy, and you had a long day, darn it!

How to Make It

Alright, here’s the scoop. Wrap your head around the idea that you’ll be wearing some flour by the end — it happens to the best of us. First, you’ll want to smoosh some flour, sugar, and butter together with your *love is patient* hands until it’s all nice and crumbly. Lay that as the baby-soft bed for our star: the strawberries. Slather them over your crust like you mean it, then sprinkle more of that crumbly mixture on top because, yeah, you deserve the extra crunch. Bake until golden and the strawberries look like they’re throwing a pool party in your oven. Done!

Ingredient Notes

– Butter: The magical glue of this adventure. Get it melting, but don’t be that person who forgets it in the microwave. Trust me.
– Fresh Strawberries: Make sure they’re the candy-sweet ones. If not, jazz them up with a little sugar to do the trick.
– Flour: All-purpose works, but once, in a daze, I used bread flour. Still delicious, luckily!

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1. Preheat your oven and get all the chaos out of the way first.
2. Combine flour, sugar, and butter until crumbly and channel inner peace.
3. Spread about half of that crumbly stuff on the bottom of your lined pan.
4. Top with strawberries like you mean business.
5. Cover with remaining crumb mixture because more is more.
6. Bake until golden crispy and berries bubble like happy little soups.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

So, the thing is, make sure you can see that top layer turn that perfect golden-brown. And hey, don’t skip the cooling time, or your bars will be a gooey mess!

Storage Tips

Okay, here’s the down-low: toss ‘em in an airtight container once they’re cool — fridge or freezer. Trust, they get better overnight but also tempt you as breakfast. Not judging, though, if you dig in, cold bar and hot coffee in hand!

Variations and Substitutions

So you’re low on the essentials. We’ve all been there. Sub honey for sugar or toss in whatever berries you’ve got. Added some nuts when feeling fancy (or just desperate for crunch). Seriously though, go wild; this is a judgment-free zone.

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Strawberry Streusel Bars

Deliciously sweet and crumbly strawberry streusel bars perfect for a summer dessert or snack.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
• ▢ 1 cup strawberries fresh, chopped
• ▢ 0.75 cup powdered sugar
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
• Combine flour and sugar in a large bowl. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
• Spread chopped strawberries evenly over the crust.
• Mix powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a small bowl.
• Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the strawberries, then drizzle with the powdered sugar mixture.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Let cool before cutting into bars.

Notes

Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.