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.
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!
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.
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 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.
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In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, soda, baking powder and salt. Add melted butter and mix until dough forms.
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Reserve about ¾ c of the mixture for the topping.
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Press the remaining dough into prepared pan.
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.
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Strawberry Pie Sour Cream Crumb Bars
Ingredients
for the crust and crumb topping:
- ½ c unsalted butter melted, cooled to room temperature
- ½ c light brown sugar
- 1.5 c all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
for the filling:
- 1 c strawberry pie filling or any kind you like
- ½ c sour cream
- ¼ c granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the 8" square pan by greasing the sides and the bottom or line with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
for the crust and topping:
- 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 ¾ c of the mixture for the topping.
- Press the remaining dough into prepared pan. Set aside.
for the sour cream filling:
- Place all filling ingredients (except the pie filling) in a large mixing bowl of a stand mixer and mix until all combined.
- Pour over crust.
- Spoon the pie filling over the sour cream filling. Gently make few swirls with a spoon.
- Sprinkle with the topping mixture.
- Bake for 25 to 28 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
- Cool completely in pan. Cut into squares.
- Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 3 days.
Curry and Comfort says
I am also obsessed with that cookware. 🙂 But I think I would be just as happy to eat two of these bars. 🙂
CrunchyCreamySw says
lol Thanks, Bunny!
Jennifer Essad says
mmmmm, we have fresh strawberries on the counter, I will be baking this recipe tonight!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Yay! Let me know how it turns out! I have yet to make them with fresh strawberries! Thanks, Jennifer!
Tracy says
OMG your pictures are amazing.. and I must make these
CrunchyCreamySw says
Aww, thank you so much, Tracy!
Carol | a cup of mascarpone says
These are gorgeous bars and photos, Anna! WOW!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Thank you, Carol!
Jen Laceda says
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.
CrunchyCreamySw says
Yay! I have been obsessed with them too 🙂 Thanks, Jen!
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
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!
CrunchyCreamySw says
I hear ya! Thanks, Jennie!
Georgia says
Anna, these bars look so irresitible! What a lovely spring/summer treat. Your photos are beautiful, too!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Thank you so much, Georgia!
Emily says
Strawberries would make the perfect pairing in these bars! Delicious as usual Anna!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Thank you so much, Emily!
Colette says
I have some strawberries that need a purpose. Guess what they're going to be?
CrunchyCreamySw says
lol Let me know how it goes, Colette! Thank you!
domesticfits says
Those look glorious, and that crust looks fantastic 🙂
CrunchyCreamySw says
I looooove the crust! Best I've ever had! Thanks, Jackie!
Nicole says
This is why I love spring! Desserts like this recipe, bursting with fresh flavors and happy colors.
CrunchyCreamySw says
Me too! Thanks, Nicole!
marcie @ flavor the moments says
These are breathtaking! I've been on a strawberry kick and I can see it's going to continue with these!
CrunchyCreamySw says
I am too! These bars are so fun to make and delicious to eat 🙂 Thanks, Marcie!
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen says
Amazing flavor Anna! I am so partial to bars vs pies or cakes. They are so easy to cut and share. Love these.
CrunchyCreamySw says
Absolutely! Thanks, Paula!
wearenotmartha says
I'm obsessed with all things strawberry and these look out of this world amazing!!! Also, that dress is beautiful 🙂
Sues
CrunchyCreamySw says
I know, right? We all need these bars and the dresses 🙂 Thanks, Sues!
Averie Cooks says
They look wonderful! And I happen to have a huge tub of sour cream on hand 🙂
CrunchyCreamySw says
Thanks, Averie!