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Chilled Strawberry Shortcake Bars

Strawberry Shortcake Bars
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Chilled strawberry shortcake bars are a refreshing and delightful twist on the classic dessert, perfect for any summer gathering or family celebration. These easy-to-make bars combine layers of fluffy cake, creamy filling, and fresh strawberries to create a light yet satisfying treat. With no complicated baking skills required, even novice bakers can impress their guests with this beautiful dessert. Perfect for sharing, each slice bursts with the sweet flavor of strawberries and a hint of vanilla, making them an ideal choice for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying at home.

Ingredients

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  • cup butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • teaspoon salt
  • 1 cups all-purpose flour
  • cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 pint strawberries (hulled and sliced)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • cup powdered sugar
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip (thawed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Thaw Cool Whip and slice strawberries.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, baking powder, and salt; mix well.
  3. Alternate adding flour and milk to the mixture while beating until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Pour batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake for 1820 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
  5. In another bowl, combine cream cheese with powdered sugar and thawed Cool Whip until smooth.
  6. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled cake layer and top with sliced strawberries.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least three hours before serving.

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