Description

Creamy vanilla ice cream dotted with sweet strawberry bits, layered between golden cookie crumbles with a hint of crunch — these no-bake strawberry shortcake bars are the perfect frozen treat.

Ingredients

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2 cups golden sandwich cookies (like Golden Oreos), crushed
4 tbsp melted butter
1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened
1/2 cup chopped strawberries
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (optional, for extra creaminess)

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Instructions

Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a bowl, mix crushed cookies, melted butter, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries until crumbly.
Press half of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Freeze for 10 minutes.
In another bowl, combine softened ice cream, chopped strawberries, vanilla extract, and sweetened condensed milk.
Spread the ice cream mixture evenly over the frozen crust.
Sprinkle remaining shortcake crumble on top, pressing lightly.
Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
Lift from pan, slice into bars, and serve immediately. Keep leftovers frozen.

Notes

Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for cleaner slicing.
For extra strawberry flavor, stir in a spoonful of strawberry jam into the ice cream mixture.
Freeze-dried strawberries add color and intense strawberry flavor to the crumble.
Bars can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 295 kcal
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg