Description
Indulge in Mother’s Day Strawberry Custard Bars, a delightful blend of fresh strawberries and creamy custard set atop a buttery crust. Perfect for celebrating spring, these bars are not only visually stunning but also a beloved family tradition that brings joy to every gathering. Easy to prepare and versatile, they can be enjoyed as a dessert or breakfast treat, making them an ideal choice for honoring the special mothers in our lives.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- To make the crust, mix softened butter and 1/2 cup sugar until fluffy. Gradually add flour until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, remaining sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Once the crust has cooled slightly, arrange sliced strawberries on top and pour custard mixture over them.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until custard is set. Let cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg