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    Published: Apr 17, 2016 · Modified: Jun 5, 2020 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 22 Comments

    Strawberry Cobbler Bars

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    Even a newbie to the world of baking can knock these Strawberry Cobbler Bars out of the park, and I'm here to show you how.

    Closeup photo of cut Strawberry Cobbler Dessert Bars.

    You're going to love the flavor of these Strawberry Cobbler Bars. The dough is sweet, but not overly sweet. And the strawberry filling is soft and tart, making it the perfect complement to the crunchy almond topping.

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making easy strawberry cobbler bars is available at the end of this post. OR you can hit the "jump to recipe" text (below) to be taken directly to the printable recipe.

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    The ingredient list:

    • all-purpose flour
    • granulated sugar
    • baking powder
    • salt
    • butter
    • egg
    • pure vanilla extract
    • strawberries
    • strawberry jam
    • almonds

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • large bowls
    • wooden spoon
    • spatula
    • whisk
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • offset spatula
    • aluminum foil
    • 8" x 8" baking pan
    • paring knife
    • cutting board

    Why this recipe works?

    Beyond the flavor of these bars, what you're really going to love is how fast and easy they are to assemble and bake.

    There is no electric mixer required, and the ingredients are some basic refrigerator and pantry staples such as flour, sugar, butter, eggs, strawberry jam, and a handful of fresh strawberries.

    These bars are so easy to make that even a novice baker can turn these out like a pro, and then stand back and take a big bow because you'll be hearing some applause.

    An easy tip for pan removal and slicing:

    A quick tip and trick I used in making these Strawberry Cobbler Bars easy to remove from the baking pan after baking is to line an 8"x 8" baking dish with aluminum foil and liberally spray the pan (and foil) with baking spray.

    Making sure to leave enough foil to overhang on two sides of the pan is the key to being able to grab the foil and gently lift the bars out of the dish and onto a flat surface for additional cooling before slicing the cobbler into bars.

    When to serve strawberry cobbler bars?

    These easy to make fruit bars would be perfect to serve a small gathering for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even brunch.

    They'd also be perfect to whip up for a Mother's Day celebration, or, with the addition of a few fresh blueberries, they'd make a delicious red, white, and blue patriotic dessert for Memorial Day or the Fourth of July. Can't you just picture it?

    Super closeup photo of the inside of a strawberry cobbler bar.

    Below is the printable recipe card along with the exact ingredient measurements and nutritional information for making today's easy strawberry dessert bars.

    Easy Strawberry Cobbler Bars

    Strawberry Cobbler Bars

    Renee Goerger
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 40 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Dessert - Cake
    Servings 12 bars
    Calories 197 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup butter (1 stick) softened butter
    • ½ cup granulated sugar plus 1 tablespoon for topping
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • ½ cup strawberry jam or preserves
    • 7-8 fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
    • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds

    Tools and equipment

    • 1 8" x 8" baking dish
    • aluminum foil
    • baking spray
    • 1 small bowl
    • 1 large bowl
    • whisk
    • wooden spoon or spatula
    • offset spatula optional

    Instructions
     

    • Line the baking dish with the aluminum foil making sure to leave a few inches on two ends of the foil to grab and lift after the bars are fully baked.
    • Liberally spray the dish and the foil with baking spray. Set aside.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the butter, egg, and vanilla until combined. Add ½ cup of granulated sugar and whisk until smooth and creamy.
    • Switch to a wooden spoon or spatula and stir the flour mixture into the butter and sugar mixture until a smooth, soft dough forms.
    • Spoon half of the dough into the prepared baking dish and with a spoon or offset spatula, smooth the dough evenly over the bottom of the pan.
    • Place the strawberry jam over the crust layer of the bars, and use a spoon or offset spatula to evenly spread the jam over the dough.
    • Top the jam with an even layer of sliced strawberries.
    • Use the remaining dough to evenly dollop over the entire top of the strawberries.
    • Sprinkle the top of the dough with the sliced almonds and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
    • Bake in a preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.
    • Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes.
    • Remove the cobbler bars from the semi-cooled pan by gently lifting, using the aluminum foil excess on the opposite sides of the pan.
    • Place the semi-cooled bars on a flat surface and allow to cool completely.
    • Slice, serve, and enjoy!

    Notes

    If you don't have an offset spatula, the back of a spoon will work equally as well.
    To make these bars patriotic themed, add a few fresh blueberries along with the sliced strawberries and continue as written.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1barCalories: 197kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 176mgPotassium: 66mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 259IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's easy strawberry cobbler bars recipe as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

    Overhead photo of a square scalloped plate filled with strawberry cobbler bars topped with almonds.

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    Comments

    1. Erica Schwarz says

      June 05, 2020 at 6:24 pm

      5 stars
      These cobbler bars are to die for! Made them today on a rainy day ans we are glad we did.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 07, 2020 at 6:37 am

        Rainy day baking is the best! Glad you liked the bars, Erica!

        Reply
    2. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

      June 05, 2020 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      Love how easy and delicious this recipe is. It's perfect for a gathering or a party.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 07, 2020 at 6:38 am

        Thanks, Shadi. Glad you like the recipe!

        Reply
    3. Cathy | Lemon Tree Dwelling says

      April 19, 2016 at 3:21 pm

      My goodness....these look amazing! The perfect bars for summer picnics!

      Reply
    4. Sarah Walker Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella) says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:07 am

      Oh, these bars. I cannot wait to try these -- and such an accessible ingredients list.

      Reply
    5. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

      April 18, 2016 at 11:47 pm

      These look like a great spring treat! And I love the idea of lining the pan with aluminum foil. It really does make getting bars out easier!

      Reply
    6. Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says

      April 18, 2016 at 9:22 pm

      Ooo! Fruit bars usually end up a mushy mess, but these look so cake-y and perfect. I can't wait to try them.

      Reply
    7. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

      April 18, 2016 at 6:05 pm

      Wow - these look beautiful! You're photos are gorgeous, and I just really love these bars! Love the almonds for added crunch, too. Can't wait to try these -- soon!

      Reply
    8. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

      April 18, 2016 at 5:10 pm

      I am so excited for strawberry season! Can't wait to make these bars!

      Reply
    9. Lauren Kelly Nutrition says

      April 18, 2016 at 3:41 pm

      I am loving strawberries lately! I can't wait to make these!

      Reply
    10. The Food Hunter says

      April 18, 2016 at 2:33 pm

      I can't wait to give these a try. They look scrumptious

      Reply
    11. Erin @ Texanerin Baking says

      April 18, 2016 at 12:58 pm

      These look so, so yummy! I love how thick they are and how many berries are loaded inside. 🙂 I tried something similar recently and totally failed. And those wine glasses are so fun!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        April 18, 2016 at 1:12 pm

        Thanks, Erin. I've made these twice in a few weeks time, and both times I was very pleased. So pleased that I had to give them all away before I ate them! LOL

        Reply
    12. Karyn @ Pint Sized Baker says

      April 18, 2016 at 10:41 am

      haha! What cute wine glasses! And those bars look amazing! I love making fruity cobbler bars with fresh fruit. They are so yummy!!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        April 18, 2016 at 12:11 pm

        I agree, Karyn. They're especially yummy when fresh berries are in season!

        Reply
    13. Bintu | Recipes from a Pantry says

      April 18, 2016 at 10:06 am

      Nothing makes me sadder about my strawberry allergy than recipes like this. Do you think it would work just as well with raspberry or blueberry jam and fruit?

      Reply
      • Renée says

        April 18, 2016 at 12:12 pm

        Hi Binut! Great question! YES! By all means substitute the jams and the fresh fruit. This recipe will still work wonderfully well, and still be just as tasty. Thanks for the question 🙂

        Reply
    14. Stephanie says

      April 18, 2016 at 9:14 am

      These look delicious! I love the trick of lining my pans with foil first - such a time/mess saver!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        April 18, 2016 at 12:14 pm

        I think they serve better too using the aluminum foil. It's so much easier than trying to dig them out of the pan after they've been sliced.

        Reply
    15. Catherine says

      April 18, 2016 at 7:18 am

      Dear Renee, these are perhaps the best looking fruit bars I have ever seen! I love the thick crust and topping...what a fabulous treat. Perfect for summer picnics. xo, Catherine

      Reply
      • Renée says

        April 18, 2016 at 8:04 am

        Dear Catherine, This is perhaps the nicest comment I have ever received for a recipe! Thank you SO very much! xo Renee

        Reply

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