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Rhubarb Dream Bars

Rhubarb Dream Bars: A Tangy Slice of Spring Delight

Rhubarb Dream Bars are a delightful blend of tart and sweet, perfect for spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 0.5 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 cup Butter (cold and cubed)
For the Filling
  • 4 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 cups Diced Rhubarb Fresh or thawed frozen rhubarb.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional, for added flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour with 0.5 cups of powdered sugar in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Cut in 1 cup of cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press the crumb mixture into the baking pan and bake for 15 minutes until just set.
  5. In the same bowl, whisk 4 large eggs until lightly beaten. Stir in 2 cups of granulated sugar, 0.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ground cinnamon if desired.
  6. Fold in 4 cups of diced rhubarb and pour this mixture over the pre-baked crust.
  7. Bake for an additional 60 minutes until set and lightly golden on top.
  8. Cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For a delightful crunch, consider adding chopped nuts on top before baking.

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