Description
These Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars taste just like the nostalgic childhood favorite — creamy, fruity, and coated in a buttery crumble topping. They’re refreshing, fun, and surprisingly simple to make at home with only a few basic ingredients. Perfect for hot days, birthdays, or anytime you crave a frozen treat that feels special.
Ingredients
Ice Cream Layer
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2 cups vanilla ice cream, softened
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1 cup strawberry ice cream, softened
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1 cup chopped fresh or frozen strawberries
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Crumble Coating
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1 ½ cups crushed shortbread cookies or vanilla wafers
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½ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
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3 tbsp melted butter
For Assembly
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Popsicle sticks
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8×8 inch pan lined with parchment
Instructions
Line an 8×8 inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy lifting.
In a bowl, mix softened strawberry ice cream with chopped strawberries.
Spread evenly into the pan and freeze 20–30 minutes, or until slightly firm.
Spread softened vanilla ice cream over the strawberry layer.
Smooth the top and insert popsicle sticks through the layers at even intervals.
Freeze 3–4 hours, or until fully solid.
In a bowl, mix crushed cookies, crushed freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter until sandy and clumpy.
Spread on a tray.
Lift the ice cream slab from the pan and cut into individual bars.
Press each bar firmly into the crumble on all sides, working quickly to prevent melting.
Return to the freezer for 15–20 minutes to set.
Enjoy straight from the freezer for the perfect creamy-crunchy bite.
Notes
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Soften the ice cream just enough to spread — not melted.
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Work quickly when coating the bars to avoid dripping.
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Freeze-dried strawberries are key for an authentic strawberry shortcake crumble.
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Keep bars in a cold freezer for the best texture.