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    Strawberry Swirl Sour Cream Bars Recipe

    Published: May 6, 2014 · Modified: Nov 12, 2019 by Anna 46 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Strawberry Swirl Sour Cream Bars - creamy bars with sweet strawberry jam swirls and slight tang from the sour cream. Fabulous for a Spring or Summer celebration like a baby shower!

    Strawberry Swirl Sour Cream Bars Recipe from crunchycreamysweet.com

    It's a special day today!

    For once, I have a fabulous treat to share with you and second - we are hosting a virtual baby shower!

    First, let's talk about the bars. This recipe is a play on one of my favorite bars  - the Sour Cream Crumb Bars. I skipped the crumb topping and added a strawberry jam swirl. I made these in a larger pan

    The strawberry season is upon us and I happen to love berry desserts. They remind me of the warm, happy days of summer!

     

    Strawberry Jam Swirl Sour Cream Bar on a plate.

    For this recipe, I used my quick freezer jam recipe to make a strawberry jam. Of course a store bought jam will work as well. I just happen to love the homemade version. The swirls are so easy to make and make the dessert just a tad more special.

    If you haven't tried making a freezer jam, now it's the time!

    Strawberry Freezer Jam from crunchycreamysweet.com

    These bars are perfect to serve for brunch, get together or any celebration! Everyone will love this creamy, sweet yet tangy treat!

    Strawberry Jam Swirl Sour Cream Bars from crunchycreamysweet.com

    Strawberry Swirl Sour Cream Bars

    Author: Anna
    Strawberry Swirl Sour Cream Bars - creamy bars with sweet strawberry jam swirls and slight tang from the sour cream. Fabulous for a Spring or Summer celebration like a baby shower!
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 35 minutes mins
    Total Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 bars
    Calories 237 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    !for the crust:

    • ½ cup unsalted butter melted, cooled to room temperature
    • ½ cup packed light or dark brown sugar
    • 1 and ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    !for the filling:

    • 2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
    • 1 and ¼ cup granulated (whitsugar
    • 4 tablespoon all-purpose flour
    • 2 large egg
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract

    !for the swirls:

    • ½ cup strawberry jam

    Instructions
     

    • Line a 13" x 9" baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Set aside.
    • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
    • In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the crust ingredients.
    • In another medium mixing bowl, mix all the filling ingredients with an electric mixer.
    • Pat down the crust mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
    • Pour the filling over the crust.
    • Drop the jam by tablespoon-fulls and swirl with a knife.
    • Bake 35 to 38 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the filling appears set. There should be no unbaked jiggly filling in the center.
    • Cool completely before cutting.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 87mg | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 515IU | Vitamin C: 1.6mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 0.5mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment with rating below!

     

    Sour Cream Bars with Strawberry Swirl by crunchycreamysweet.com

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    1. The Domestic Rebel says

      May 09, 2014 at 12:51 pm

      5 stars
      I want all the bars!! Love that these are sweet and tangy from the sour cream. They're so pretty, too!

      Reply
    2. Curry and Comfort says

      May 09, 2014 at 5:14 am

      5 stars
      I am so excited for Georgia and her soon to be new family! These bars are perfectly pink. 🙂

      Reply
    3. BabyJune says

      May 07, 2014 at 8:23 pm

      5 stars
      Those look amazing! I can imagine the lovely tart taste the sour cream would lend.

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:28 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    4. Jennie @themessybakerblog says

      May 07, 2014 at 7:24 pm

      5 stars
      Anna, you make a mean sour cream bar. Love the swirls of strawberry. Pinned!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:28 am

        Thanks, Jennie!

        Reply
    5. Debbie says

      May 07, 2014 at 1:58 pm

      5 stars
      Okay, so I am at work and not concentrating completely, but step 7? what is the topping? am I missing something? Can't wait to try these. They look scrumptious!!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:11 am

        Hi Debbie! I just fix the instructions. Hope you will give these bars a try! Thank you!

        Reply
    6. Jessica says

      May 07, 2014 at 12:29 pm

      5 stars
      Love the jam swirls!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:28 am

        Thanks, Jessica!

        Reply
    7. Elizabeth Waterson says

      May 07, 2014 at 11:32 am

      5 stars
      These look like creamy dreamy perfection!! I would eat the whole pan, no doubt!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:28 am

        Thank you, Elizabeth!

        Reply
    8. Steph says

      May 07, 2014 at 7:28 am

      Oh you definitely can't go wrong with a strawberry swirl!!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:29 am

        Agreed! Thanks, Steph!

        Reply
    9. Jeanette Chen says

      May 06, 2014 at 8:21 pm

      What a pretty dessert - love the swirl! Also, like your idea of using Greek yogurt for a healthier option.

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:29 am

        Thank you, Jeanette!

        Reply
    10. Jessica says

      May 06, 2014 at 8:15 pm

      These are so pretty and delicious looking, Anna!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:29 am

        Thank you, Jessica!!

        Reply
    11. Kate@Diethood says

      May 06, 2014 at 5:22 pm

      Gurrrrl, they look amaaaaze! Those bars and I would get along really, really well!! Congrats to Georgia!!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:29 am

        Thanks, Kate!!

        Reply
    12. Annie Miller says

      May 06, 2014 at 3:22 pm

      Oh, yes ... indeed!!!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:29 am

        🙂 Thank you, Annie!

        Reply
    13. Liz Della Croce says

      May 06, 2014 at 2:59 pm

      I am drooling over these!!! You have me so excited for strawberry season!!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:29 am

        Thanks, Liz!

        Reply
    14. Georgia says

      May 06, 2014 at 12:07 pm

      Talk about a huge surprise! This virtual shower and all the beautiful treats are amazing, and I'm SO happy that you are a part of it, Anna! ♥ It means so much to me! Thank you, thank you for sharing these gorgeous strawberry dessert bars - right up my berry-craving alley! I can't wait to make them.

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 06, 2014 at 12:31 pm

        I am honored to be a part of this baby shower for you, sweet friend!! Wish we could all meet in real life and enjoy these treats! XOXO

        Reply
    15. Auntiepatch says

      May 06, 2014 at 12:03 pm

      So, ummm.....is the topping the same as the crust? If so, how much do I set aside for the topping? Looks glorious!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 06, 2014 at 12:30 pm

        I just fixed the wording in the recipe. Thank you!

        Reply
    16. the wicked noodle says

      May 06, 2014 at 12:00 pm

      What a delicious baby shower! Love your contribution - looks perfect!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 06, 2014 at 12:31 pm

        Thank you! It's one of my favorites!

        Reply
    17. realfoodbydad says

      May 06, 2014 at 10:27 am

      So great and perfect for summer! Love the strawberries. Thanks!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 06, 2014 at 12:31 pm

        Thanks, Matt!

        Reply
    18. grandbabycakes says

      May 06, 2014 at 9:59 am

      These are beautiful bars! So gorgeous and perfect for the party.

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 06, 2014 at 12:32 pm

        Thank you, Jocelyn!

        Reply
    19. Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough says

      May 06, 2014 at 9:44 am

      Mmmm, that jammy swirl is calling my name!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 06, 2014 at 12:32 pm

        Thanks, Stephanie!

        Reply
    20. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan says

      May 06, 2014 at 9:27 am

      These bars look and sound delectable! And your homemade jam wow!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 06, 2014 at 12:32 pm

        You have to try the jam, Shashi! It's so so good! Thank you!

        Reply
    21. Chelsea says

      May 06, 2014 at 9:05 am

      Yum!! I love sour cream in dessert bars there is so much flavor. Love that you chose strawberries too 🙂 And congrats to Georgia! Pinned!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 06, 2014 at 12:32 pm

        Thank you, Chelsea!

        Reply
    22. Julia says

      May 06, 2014 at 8:09 am

      Ugggggh So GOOD! These swirly squares of loving and making my mouth water! Thanks for bringing your tasty treat along to Georgia's baby shower, and very nice to meet ya!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:30 am

        Thanks, Julia!

        Reply
    23. Erin says

      May 06, 2014 at 6:53 am

      Berry swirl cheesecake anything is a favorite of mine! I've never tried it with sour cream. I need to get on that! I normally go with the Greek yogurt option but I bet sour cream is even better. 🙂 These bars really do look glorious. If I were you, I would have hopped in bed with a spoon and a movie and gone to town. 😉 Thanks so much for participating!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        May 08, 2014 at 11:30 am

        Thank you for hosting this wonderful event, Erin!

        Reply

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