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Rhubarb Dream Bars

Rhubarb Dream Bars: A Nostalgic Sweet Treat for Spring

Rhubarb Dream Bars combine tangy rhubarb with a sweet custard filling, perfect for delightful spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free blend for gluten-free option
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar granulated sugar can be used
  • 1 cup Butter (cold and cubed) margarine can work for dairy-free version
For the Filling
  • 4 large Eggs room temperature for better mixing
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 cups Diced Rhubarb fresh rhubarb is ideal, thawed frozen can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • pastry cutter
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour with ½ cup of powdered sugar. Cut in 1 cup of cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking pan.
  4. Bake the crust for about 15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and allow to cool slightly.
  5. In the same mixing bowl, lightly beat 4 large eggs. Add in 2 cups of granulated sugar, ½ cup of all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon of salt, mixing well until smooth.
  6. Gently fold in 4 cups of diced rhubarb into the egg mixture and pour it over the pre-baked crust.
  7. Return to the oven and bake for approximately 60 minutes until the filling is set and lightly golden.
  8. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before chilling in the fridge for a couple of hours.
  9. Slice into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill the bars overnight before slicing for clean cuts. Use room temperature eggs for a smoother filling.

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