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Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars Recipe

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars Recipe for Sweet Summer Bliss

Enjoy these delicious Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars, a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors for a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cool Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Strawberries fresh or frozen, thawed and drained if frozen
  • 2 cups Rhubarb No direct substitute, adjust sugar if too tangy
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Can be reduced; balance with rhubarb's tartness
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Add extra teaspoon if filling seems too juicy
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best
For the Crust and Topping
  • 1 1/2 cups Flour Essential for the crust and topping
  • 1 cup Oats Adds texture and nuttiness
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Provides moisture and sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Infuses warmth into the topping
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent for the crumb topping
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor
  • 1 cup Butter Cold and cubed for best results

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Pastry cutter
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Instructions for Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine chopped strawberries and rhubarb, adding sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Whisk together flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer the fruit filling on top, spreading evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the fruit layer. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  6. Let the bars cool completely in the dish before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill bars before slicing for cleaner squares. Adjust cornstarch for juiciness and ensure butter is cold for flaky crumbs. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for later enjoyment.

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