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Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars That'll Brighten Your Day

Delight in these Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars, offering a sweet and tangy flavor perfect for springtime gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Chopped Strawberries Substitute with raspberries or blackberries if desired
  • 2 cups Chopped Rhubarb Fresh is key, but frozen works if well-thawed
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Can be adjusted based on berry sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Add more if using overly juicy strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice is preferable, but bottled is acceptable
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Switch to whole wheat for a nuttier taste
  • 1 cup Oats Quick oats can be used for a different crumb feel
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Granulated sugar can be an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and depth
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for a light, fluffy crumble topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Crucial even in sweet recipes for overall harmony
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter Keep it cold for the ideal flaky crust

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Pastry Cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it with butter or lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine chopped strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Stir gently and let sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until resembling coarse crumbs.
  4. Press about two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Pour the fruit filling over the crust.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the fruit filling. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly.
  6. Allow cooling in the pan on a wire rack for at least an hour before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill before cutting, adjust sweetness based on fruits, and ensure cold butter for the topping.

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