Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars
These Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars combine juicy strawberries, creamy vanilla ice cream, and buttery shortcake crumbles for a refreshing summer treat.
Ingredients
Fruit and Sweetener
- 2 cups chopped strawberries Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons sugar Add more if strawberries are tart.
Ice Cream Layer
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream, slightly softened Let it soften enough to spread easily.
Crust
- 1 cup crushed shortcake cookies Press firmly to prevent crumbling.
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
Preparation
- Toss the chopped strawberries with sugar in a bowl and let them macerate for about 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed shortcake cookies with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom of popsicle molds or a small baking dish to form the crust.
- Layer the slightly softened vanilla ice cream over the cookie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Spoon the macerated strawberries over the ice cream layer, distributing them evenly.
- Insert popsicle sticks if using molds or cover the dish with plastic wrap if making bars.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until the bars are completely firm.
- Once frozen, remove from molds or cut into bars if using a dish. Serve immediately.
Notes
These bars are best stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Wrap each bar individually in plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn. Let sit at room temperature for 2-3 minutes before serving for the perfect texture.