Description
These Strawberry Lime White Chocolate Gooey Bars are a perfect blend of tangy lime zest, fresh strawberries, and sweet white chocolate chips baked into a soft, gooey bar. They offer a delightful balance of citrus brightness and creamy sweetness, making them a great treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Add-ins
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, making sure to leave an overhang for easy removal of the bars later.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir the melted unsalted butter together with the packed brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Flavorings: Add the large egg, vanilla extract, lime zest, and fresh lime juice to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until combined. Take care not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
- Fold in Strawberries and White Chocolate: Gently fold in the chopped fresh strawberries and white chocolate chips, ensuring an even distribution throughout the batter.
- Spread Batter in Pan: Pour and spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and golden but the center remains slightly gooey to keep the bars soft and moist.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Slice into 9 squares and serve.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries as frozen may add excess moisture.
- Do not overbake; the center should remain slightly gooey for the perfect texture.
- You can substitute white chocolate chips with regular or dark chocolate chips for variation.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars freeze well; wrap them tightly and thaw at room temperature before serving.
