Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars Recipe
These strawberry rhubarb crumb bars are the perfect balance of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb, layered between a buttery crust and crumb topping. Ideal for dessert, brunch, or snacking, this recipe is easy to follow and can be made with fresh or frozen fruits. Make these tasty crumb bars for your next gathering!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Strawberries
- Rhubarb
- Granulated sugar
- Lemon juice
- Cornstarch
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Baking powder
- Unsalted butter
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- Spread the strawberry rhubarb mixture evenly on top.
- Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over the fruit layer.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- You can use frozen strawberries and rhubarb if fresh is unavailable.
- Adjust sugar levels based on the sweetness of the fruit.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 70mg