Strawberry Crumb Bars Recipe
These Strawberry Crumb Bars feature a buttery shortbread base, sweet strawberry jam filling, and a crispy strawberry-infused crumble topping. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, or as an easy make-ahead dessert bar.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars
- Category: Dessert, Bars, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Shortbread Base:
10 tablespoons (141g) unsalted butter, room temperature
5 tablespoons (38g) powdered sugar
1 1/4 cup (150g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Crumb Topping:
4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, room temperature
5 large pieces (5g) freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
1/3 cup (64g) granulated sugar
3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
Filling:
3/4 cup (240g) strawberry jam
Instructions
1. Mix butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add flour and salt, mixing until dough forms.
2. Line a 9×9 pan with parchment paper. Press dough evenly into the pan and chill uncovered for 1 hour.
3. Partially melt 4 tablespoons butter in 10-second microwave intervals. Crush freeze-dried strawberries into fine powder.
4. In a bowl, combine crushed strawberries, sugar, flour, and a pinch of salt. Add the partially melted butter and mix until crumbly. Refrigerate until ready to use.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the chilled shortbread base for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
6. Spread strawberry jam evenly over the partially baked base, then top with the prepared crumb mixture.
7. Loosely cover with foil (leaving small gaps for airflow) and bake for 30 minutes, removing the foil for the last 10 minutes. The jam should be bubbling.
8. Cool the bars for 1–2 hours at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
9. Slice into 16 squares and enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freeze wrapped bars for up to 3 months.
Carbs per serving: 28g
Total recipe carbs: 450g
Carbs from jam: 156g
Note: Nutrition information is approximate and based on specific ingredient brands. Provided as a guide for insulin-to-carb ratio tracking.
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