Strawberry Pie Bars Recipe
These Strawberry Pie Bars combine a buttery crumbly crust with a luscious, tangy strawberry filling. Baked until golden and set, they offer a perfect balance of sweet and tart in every bite, making them an ideal dessert or snack for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars (one 7x11-inch pan) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust and Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 sticks chilled butter, cubed (3/4 cup)
Filling:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup all purpose flour
- pinch of salt
- 3 cups fresh diced strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 7×11-inch glass baking dish. In a large bowl, blend the flour, sugar, salt, and chilled cubed butter using a dough blender until the mixture turns crumbly. Set aside 3/4 cup of this mixture for the topping, and then press the remaining mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Once baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs until smooth. Add the sugar, sour cream, flour, and a pinch of salt, whisking until fully combined. Gently fold in the diced fresh strawberries to incorporate evenly without breaking them down.
- Assemble the Bars: Spoon the strawberry filling over the partially baked crust in the baking dish, spreading it evenly. Then sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top of the filling to form the topping.
- Bake the Pie Bars: Return the assembled bars to the oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the topping is lightly browned and the filling is set. Once done, allow the bars to cool completely for at least one hour before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Ensure the butter is chilled before blending to achieve a crumbly crust.
- Cooling the bars completely helps the filling to set properly, making slicing easier.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier taste.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Strawberry pie bars, fruit bars, berry dessert, crumb crust, baked strawberry dessert
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