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Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars Recipe

Sweet Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars Recipe

Delight in these Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars, a treat that combines sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb in a buttery crumb topping.
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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
  

Filling
  • 2 cups Chopped Strawberries Fresh or frozen can be used; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid.
  • 2 cups Chopped Rhubarb Substitutable with other tart fruits like cranberries, but maintain balance with sweetening.
  • 1 cup Sugar Can be reduced to taste, but be cautious as rhubarb is tart.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Add an extra teaspoon if strawberries are very juicy to avoid runniness.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice for a different zing.
Crust and Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute if needed.
  • 1 cup Oats Can use quick oats or old-fashioned oats based on availability.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can replace with granulated sugar for a lighter taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional for those who prefer a simpler flavor profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Necessary for rising; don’t omit.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Use a pinch to balance sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter Cubed for mixing.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Pastry cutter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Gently toss until well-coated and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until mixed resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Pour the fruit mixture evenly over the crust.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the fruit filling and press down gently.
  7. Bake for approximately 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the filling bubbles slightly.
  8. Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, let the bars cool completely before slicing. Refrigerating can help achieve neater cuts.

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