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Rhubarb Dream Bars

Rhubarb Dream Bars: Tart & Sweet Summer Delight

These Rhubarb Dream Bars combine tart rhubarb with a sweet buttery crust for a refreshing summer dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar regular sugar can work in a pinch
  • 0.5 cups cold butter use vegan butter for a dairy-free option
For the Filling
  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb fresh is best, but frozen can be used if thawed and drained well
  • 1 cups granulated sugar no substitutes recommended
  • 3 large eggs for a vegan option, use flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 5 tbsp water)
  • 0.25 cups vanilla extract optional but recommended

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and baking equipment.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour and powdered sugar. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crust mixture into the greased 9x13-inch pan and bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Mix together the chopped rhubarb and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Stir in the beaten eggs, ¼ cup flour, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Pour the rhubarb filling over the baked crust and spread it evenly. Bake for another 30-35 minutes until set.
  6. Let the bars cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least an hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is very cold and pat dry frozen rhubarb to prevent sogginess in the filling.

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