Description
Rhubarb Dream Bars are a deliciously tangy treat that combines a buttery crust with a sweet and tart rhubarb filling.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups flour, ½ cup sugar, and salt. Add the softened butter and mix until crumbly. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, combine the chopped rhubarb and 1 cup sugar. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to release some juices.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, 2 tablespoons flour, vanilla extract, and baking powder until smooth. Stir in the rhubarb mixture until well combined.
- Pour the rhubarb filling over the crust in the baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares. For best results, chill in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter twist, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon to the rhubarb filling.
- You can substitute the rhubarb with fresh strawberries or blueberries for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg