Bring back the sweet taste of childhood with these Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars, a homemade version of the nostalgic treat everyone loves. With layers of creamy vanilla and strawberry ice cream coated in a crunchy, buttery crumble, they’re just as delicious as the store-bought version—if not better.
This copycat recipe combines real fruit, rich ice cream, and a golden crumble topping made from crushed cookies for that perfect sweet crunch. Whether you’re making them for a party, your kids, or your inner child, these bars are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
For the ice cream layers:
- 1½ cups vanilla ice cream, softened
- 1½ cups strawberry ice cream, softened
- ½ cup chopped strawberries (optional, for texture)
For the shortcake crumble:
- 10 Golden Oreos (or vanilla cookies), crushed
- 5 Freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crumble
In a bowl, mix crushed Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries. Stir in melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside. - Layer the Ice Cream
Line a loaf pan or square dish with parchment paper. Spread the softened strawberry ice cream on the bottom and smooth it out. Freeze for 15–20 minutes. - Add Vanilla Layer
Once the strawberry layer is firm, spread the vanilla ice cream over it. Add chopped strawberries if desired for extra flavor and texture. Freeze until completely solid (at least 2 hours or overnight). - Cut and Coat
Once frozen, lift the ice cream out of the pan and cut it into bars. Quickly roll or press each bar into the crumble mixture to coat all sides. - Serve or Store
Enjoy immediately or store in a freezer-safe container until ready to serve.
These Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars are the perfect frozen treat to cool down with on hot days. They’re creamy, fruity, and oh-so-crunchy—everything a summer dessert should be!