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Strawberry Lemon Bars

1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 Tbsp lemon zest optional
2 1/3 cup flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 1/4 cup fresh strawberries diced
Glaze:
1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
½ cup strawberries chopped (NOT pureed)
2-3 Tbsp lemon juice

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper.
Using a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy and fluffy.
Add the egg and beat until combined.
Beat in the lemon juice and zest.
Using a separate bowl whisk the flour and baking soda.
Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients.
Using a rubber spatula carefully fold in the diced strawberries.
Scoop the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 40-45 minutes.
Place a toothpick into the center to see if the bars are done.
Place onto the counter to cool before adding glaze.
Glaze:
Using a large bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and the lemon juice.
Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
Smooth onto the blondies and allow the glaze to harden before enjoying!