Strawberry Sour Cream Cookie Bars
Soft, layered cookie bars featuring a buttery base, creamy sour cream layer, strawberry flavour and chocolate chips — a delightful dessert square.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These bars provide multiple textures: a tender cookie base, smooth sour cream layer, and burst of strawberry and chocolate in every bite. They are colourful, indulgent, and perfect for gatherings.
ingredients
all‑purpose flour
baking powder
salt
butter
granulated sugar
eggs
vanilla extract
sour cream
strawberry flavouring or puree
chocolate chips
chopped nuts (optional)
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
directions
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Preheat the oven and prepare a baking pan.
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Mix dry ingredients for the base layer.
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Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, then combine with dry ingredients.
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Press base batter into the pan.
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Spread sour cream mixture with strawberry flavour gently over the base.
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Sprinkle chocolate chips and nuts.
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Bake until set and lightly golden; cool thoroughly before cutting.
Servings and timing
Serves: 16 squares
Preparation: 25 minutes
Baking: 30–35 minutes
Total: 1 hour
Variations
• Use raspberry instead of strawberry flavouring.
• Add a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
• Use white chocolate chips and toasted coconut.
storage/reheating
Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days. Refrigerate for warmer climates.
FAQs
Why is the sour cream layer runny?
Ensure it is sufficiently thickened and not overmixed.
Can I use fresh strawberries?
Yes, cook down into a puree first.
Are these gluten‑free?
Use a gluten‑free flour blend.
Can I freeze these bars?
Freeze up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature.
Why did the layers blend?
Spread carefully and chill briefly before baking.
What nuts work best?
Chopped walnuts or pecans complement flavours.
Can I omit chocolate chips?
Yes, they are optional.
How do I get clean squares?
Chill completely before slicing.
Can I make mini bites?
Yes, use a smaller pan and adjust bake time.
Are these rich?
Yes, rich and creamy — perfect with coffee or tea.
Conclusion
Strawberry sour cream cookie bars are a colourful, multi‑textured dessert square that satisfies both fruity and chocolate cravings.
PrintStrawberry Sour Cream Cookie Bars
Strawberry Sour Cream Cookie Bars are soft, tender bars with a sugar cookie base, layered with a tangy sour cream and fresh strawberry filling — a delightful treat that balances sweetness and tartness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the filling:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix sour cream, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tbsp flour, and 1 tsp vanilla until smooth. Spread over the dough layer.
- Sprinkle chopped strawberries evenly over the sour cream mixture.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the center is set.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.
Notes
- Make sure the bars are fully cooled before cutting for clean edges.
- Frozen strawberries can be used — thaw and drain well before adding.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days for best texture and flavor.
- Optional: dust with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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