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Rhubarb Dream Bars Recipe

Rhubarb Dream Bars Recipe: A Sweet Springtime Treat

This Rhubarb Dream Bars Recipe features tart rhubarb in a buttery crust, a delightful sweet springtime dessert.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with a gluten-free blend if necessary
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar no substitutes recommended
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter high-quality butter is best, or use coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt optional but recommended
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Rhubarb avoid frozen for best texture
  • 3 large Eggs no direct substitutes, flax eggs work for vegan version
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar essential for classic taste
  • 0.5 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free blend can be used as substitute
Optional Flavor Boosts
  • 1 cup Strawberries diced, for sweeter filling
  • 1 tablespoon Citrus Zest orange zest for refreshing flavor
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Nuts pecans or walnuts for added texture

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch Pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • pastry cutter
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar, cut in butter until resembling wet sand. Press into a greased 9x13-inch pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
  3. While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs until frothy. Gradually add sugar, flour, and salt. Fold in chopped rhubarb.
  4. Pour the rhubarb filling over the baked crust. Smooth the surface and bake for an additional 40-45 minutes.
  5. After baking, let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These bars improve in flavor when stored overnight. Allowing them to cool completely is crucial for clean cuts.

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