Description
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the sweet flavors of fresh strawberries with the tartness of rhubarb, all nestled in a buttery crumb crust. Each bite is an irresistible blend of textures and tastes, making it a perfect treat for summer gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Easy to prepare, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends while evoking fond memories of sunny picnics and warm kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix sliced strawberries and chopped rhubarb with granulated sugar. Let sit while you prepare the crust.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add flour, rolled oats, baking powder, and salt; mix until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the prepared baking dish as the base.
- Spread the fruit mixture evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and bubbly around the edges. Cool before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg