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Strawberry Pie Sour Cream Crumb Bars – The best crumb bars you’ll ever have! Creamy sour cream filling and sweet strawberry pie filling makes them irresistible!

Crumb Bars are one of my favorite easy desserts to make. We love my Cherry Pie Crumb Bars as well as the Pumpkin Pie Bars.

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STRAWBERRY PIE SOUR CREAM CRUMB BARS

Today I am sharing another version of my Sour Cream Crumb Bars. They are so good and so incredibly easy to make! It was simply time to add some fruit! Whether it’s the strawberry season or you are simply craving a sweet berry dessert, these bars are perfect because they use a ready pie filling atop of a creamy cheesecake-like layer. The crumb topping and crust are made in one bowl. This recipe is bound to become one of your favorites!

Strawberry Pie Crumb Bars Ingredients:

  • strawberry pie filling
  • sour cream
  • butter
  • granulated sugar
  • flour
  • baking powder
  • baking soda
  • salt
  • egg
  • vanilla extract

How to make Strawberry Pie Sour Cream Crumb Bars?

These crumb bars are crazy easy to make. You can use any pie filling you like.

The filling:

I used strawberry pie filling in this recipe for a few reasons: I had an open can of it and because I don’t make pies, I was trying to find a way to use it; I am simply waiting for strawberries to get into their peak and the prices to dip so I can stock up on them.

The crumb topping:

The crust and topping are made from the same mixture, one is pressed onto the bottom of the pan, the other is sprinkled on top of the filling.

  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, soda, baking powder and salt. Add melted butter and mix until dough forms.
  • Reserve about 3/4 c of the mixture for the topping.
  • Press the remaining dough into prepared pan.

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How to store these bars?

Any leftovers should be kept in an air-tight container or wrapped in saran wrap. You can store them in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Can I make this dessert ahead of time?

As with every baked dessert, these bars are the best eaten on the same day as the topping will be crunchy and the filling creamy. You can make the bars ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 2 days.

More Crumb Bars Recipes:

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Strawberry Pie Sour Cream Crumb Bars
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 
Creamy sour cream filling and sweet strawberry pie filling encased in perfect brown sugar crust and crumb topping. Make this dessert to enjoy on a lazy afternoon or anytime you want easy, quick and delightful treat! Recipe adapted from my Sour Cream Crumb Bars CrunchyCreamySweet.com
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: strawberry pie sour cream crumb bars
Servings: 9 squares
Calories: 303 kcal
Author: Anna
Ingredients
for the crust and crumb topping:
  • 1/2 c unsalted butter melted, cooled to room temperature
  • 1/2 c light brown sugar
  • 1.5 c all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
for the filling:
  • 1 c strawberry pie filling or any kind you like
  • 1/2 c sour cream
  • 1/4 c granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
US Customary - Metric
Instructions
  1. Prepare the 8" square pan by greasing the sides and the bottom or line with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
for the crust and topping:
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, soda, baking powder and salt.
  2. Add melted butter and mix until dough forms.
  3. Reserve about 3/4 c of the mixture for the topping.
  4. Press the remaining dough into prepared pan. Set aside.
for the sour cream filling:
  1. Place all filling ingredients (except the pie filling) in a large mixing bowl of a stand mixer and mix until all combined.
  2. Pour over crust.
  3. Spoon the pie filling over the sour cream filling. Gently make few swirls with a spoon.
  4. Sprinkle with the topping mixture.
  5. Bake for 25 to 28 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
  6. Cool completely in pan. Cut into squares.
  7. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 3 days.
Recipe Notes

Use any pie filling you like. Let the bars cool to room temperature for easier cutting.

Nutrition Facts
Strawberry Pie Sour Cream Crumb Bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 303 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Cholesterol 51mg17%
Sodium 163mg7%
Potassium 91mg3%
Carbohydrates 42g14%
Sugar 23g26%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 420IU8%
Vitamin C 5.7mg7%
Calcium 51mg5%
Iron 1.3mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  2. Keeli says

    January 7, 2015 at 7:02 pm

    I always seem to buy way too much sour cream and end up scrambling for recipes I can throw it in before it expires. I stumbled on this and they are TO DIE FOR. I’ve been dying for something with fruit during this cold winter and these were perfect. I used frozen strawberries though. Yum!

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  3. Kaylee says

    April 11, 2014 at 2:39 pm

    Last year I canned a bunch of strawberry pie filling and haven’t used much of it. This is the perfect way! I just pulled the bars out of the oven–I doubled the recipe in a 9×13 for our dinner party tonight. My whole house smells wonderful!

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  4. Becky says

    November 27, 2013 at 5:56 pm

    Make sure you leave the strawberry pie filling separate when mixing the topping for the filling together. The directions say to first mix all the filling ingredients together and then a couple steps later to put the strawberry pie filling on top of the sour cream filling. My first time was just now and I already mixed the pie filling in with the sour cream mixture. Oops! Hoping it still turns out ok 🙂

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  5. CrunchyCreamySw says

    November 13, 2013 at 11:52 am

    Hi Franck! That is so funny! I’ve made these bars so many times because they always disappear too fast! 🙂 Maybe I should adjust the recipe to a bigger batch 🙂 Thanks for the comment!

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  6. Dhara says

    September 15, 2013 at 6:56 pm

    Hey Anna,
    I made them today and they are delicious!!!! I made few changes to your recipe depending on ingredients I had on hands , I used fresh blueberries, also I used 1 cup whole wheat flour and 1/2 cup almond meal, n swapped half amt of butter with coconut oil as I did not have enough butter! they are yummy and pretty much have to hide from husband so he does not eat them all in a day!

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    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      September 16, 2013 at 11:33 am

      Oh my! I love it!!! Your changes sound amazing! I am so happy you got to enjoy these bars – they are a huge hit in our family every time I make them. I just shared another version of them! Thanks, Dhara!

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  7. Alexandra says

    July 17, 2013 at 10:56 pm

    These look INSANELY good! I can only imagine how well the sweet sour cream layer pairs with the strawberry pie filling, and that glorious crust… YUM!

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  8. lisa says

    June 30, 2013 at 5:52 am

    It looks very delicious. How would I modify if using for frozen strawberries? I have an abundance of it. Thank you

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    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      June 30, 2013 at 11:23 am

      Hi Lisa! Thank you so much for the question. You can absolutely try it with frozen strawberries. One thing to remember, they can sink a little into the sour cream filling during baking. I have readers tell me they used fresh strawberries with success, but they do sink into the filling. The pie filling (or you can try a strawberry jam) creates it’s own layer. Either way, I hope you will try these bars – we love them!

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  9. Trish Kernen says

    June 19, 2013 at 11:29 am

    I made these this past weekend and they turned out absolutely incredible. Everyone was raving about them and there were no leftovers!
    I am going to try them again tonight. One batch with strawberry and rhubarb filling and one with blueberry.
    Thank you for sharing!

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    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      June 19, 2013 at 5:42 pm

      Yay! I love it! Thank you so much for giving it a try and letting me know you guys loved them! And your strawberry rhubarb version sounds fabulous! Thank you, Trish!

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  12. Kate Pet says

    May 6, 2013 at 5:49 pm

    Oh my Lawd!! These bars! I would love to attack that pan… no need to cut them into bars for me… it might look barbaric, but whatever! I want!

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  14. Roxana GreenGirl says

    April 24, 2013 at 10:08 pm

    I can not wait for my local farm to open their you-pick strawberry season. Heck, to open the strawberry season not necessary for me to pick them. I;m definitely going to go crazy over these bars. They sound amazing Anna!
    p.s. I adore Vanessa’s photography and that Le Creuset set is a winner!

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  19. Hayley Parker says

    April 23, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    Anna, PUHLEEEASE tell me you bought that dress! It’s SO adorable and would look so stinkin’ pretty on you! I want one for myself now! 🙂

    These crumb bars are simply amazing. I love how fresh the strawberries look and I can just taste them already!

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    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      April 23, 2013 at 1:28 pm

      Oh man, I am so close to buying it!!! Eeek! And they have more than just that one!! We are in trouble! lol

      Thanks, Hayley!

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    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      April 23, 2013 at 1:28 pm

      Yay! Let me know how it turns out! I have yet to make them with fresh strawberries! Thanks, Jennifer!

      Reply

  23. Jen Laceda says

    April 22, 2013 at 11:07 pm

    Anna, you’ve got me obsessing about crumb bars! My stomach is begging me to make some, so I’m pretty sure some crumb bars will make an appearance soon in our home.

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  24. Jennie @themessybakerblog says

    April 22, 2013 at 8:06 pm

    If only I could make the perfect cup of coffee at home and not have to run to Starbucks every morning. I’m working on it. I think you succeeded on the perfect bar. These look amazing!

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  31. Sally says

    April 22, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    Loving your photos Anna! And I love strawberries in desserts. I just bought 2 pounds of them to eat up and now I think I have to bake with them too. 🙂

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  37. marcie @ flavor the moments says

    April 22, 2013 at 9:07 am

    These are breathtaking! I’ve been on a strawberry kick and I can see it’s going to continue with these!

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  39. Paula @ Vintage Kitchen says

    April 22, 2013 at 7:31 am

    Amazing flavor Anna! I am so partial to bars vs pies or cakes. They are so easy to cut and share. Love these.

    Reply

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