Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup cold butter (cubed)
- ¼ cup sourdough discard
For the filling:
- 1½ cups fresh strawberries (chopped)
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp lemon juice
For the topping:
- 1 cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)
- Extra strawberries for garnish
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Recipe
1. Prepare the Crust
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Mix flour and sugar, then rub in cold butter until crumbly. Add sourdough discard and mix to form a dough.
2. Bake the Base
Press the dough into a lined baking pan.
Bake for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool.
3. Make Strawberry Filling
In a pan, cook strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice on medium heat.
Stir until thick and jam-like. Let it cool completely.
4. Assemble Layers
Spread the strawberry filling over the cooled crust evenly.
5. Add Cream Layer
Top with whipped cream and smooth it out nicely.
6. Chill
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours so the bars set properly.
7. Slice & Serve
Cut into squares and garnish with fresh strawberries.
😋 Tips
- Use chilled cream for better whipping
- Add vanilla to cream for extra flavor
- For crunch, sprinkle crushed biscuits or granola on top
