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These Strawberry Shortcake Bars are soft, chewy and cakey cookie bars loaded with a light cream cheese whipped frosting and tons of fresh strawberries! Use any kind of fruit you'd like for these sweet, refreshing bars that feed a crowd!
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Strawberry Shortcake Bars

These Strawberry Shortcake Bars are light, buttery and cakey cookies topped with the loveliest cream cheese whipped frosting and lots of fresh strawberries!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Bars, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Dessert
Servings: 15 -18
Author: Hayley Parker, The Domestic Rebel

Ingredients

  • FOR THE BARS:
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter softened
  • 8 ounces (One 8-ounce) package cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • FOR THE FROSTING & BERRIES:
  • 8 ounces (One 8-ounce package) cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces (One 8-ounce tub) whipped topping thawed
  • One pound fresh strawberries sliced

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9x13 rectangular pan with foil, extending the sides of the foil over the edges of the pan. Spray the foil with cooking spray.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the butter and cream cheese until combined and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add in the sugars and beat well. Add in the egg and vanilla and mix together. Lastly, add in the salt, baking soda, baking powder, and flour until a soft dough comes together. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan in an even layer.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until light golden brown on top and center is set. Cool completely.
  • For the frosting: Cream together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping until combined. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Top with the sliced strawberries. Serve immediately, or store covered in the fridge for up to 2 days.