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Strawberry Pie Bars

Delightful Strawberry Pie Bars feature a crispy buttery crust and a sweet, juicy strawberry filling, making them perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Filling
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.25 cup powdered sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir gently to coat the strawberries evenly, and set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy. Add the egg and mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, combining until a dough forms.
  5. Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish and press about two-thirds of the dough into the bottom to form an even layer.
  6. Pour the strawberry mixture over the crust, then crumble the reserved dough on top.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  2. Allow to cool in the dish for about 15 minutes before slicing into bars.

Notes

Feel free to swap strawberries for raspberries or blueberries. Let the bars cool before slicing to maintain shape. Don’t overmix the dough for a tender crust. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to three months.