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Rhubarb Shortbread Bars

Rhubarb Shortbread Bars: Sweet & Tart Temptation Awaits

Rhubarb Shortbread Bars are a delightful sweet-tart treat perfect for sharing and impressing guests.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Butter can substitute with margarine for dairy-free
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar can use brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar
For the Filling
  • 3 large Eggs can use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar adjust based on fruit sweetness
  • ½ cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour blend can be used
  • 3 cups Rhubarb chopped, thawed if frozen
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder essential for proper texture

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cut in 1 cup of cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Bake the crust for 15–20 minutes, or until it is lightly golden around the edges. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 eggs until frothy, then mix in 2 cups of granulated sugar, ½ cup of all-purpose flour, and ½ teaspoon of baking powder until smooth. Gently fold in 3 cups of chopped rhubarb.
  5. Pour the rhubarb filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly. Return to the oven and bake for 40–45 minutes.
  6. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Rhubarb Shortbread Bars are best enjoyed when fully cooled. Ensure to cut the rhubarb into even pieces for consistent cooking.

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