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Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars Recipe

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars Recipe
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Delight in the perfect balance of tangy rhubarb and sweet strawberries in these Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars. A buttery oat and brown sugar crumb topping and crust make this dessert irresistibly crumbly and flavorful, ideal for summer gatherings or a sweet treat any time of year.

Ingredients

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Fruit Filling

  • 2 cups chopped strawberries
  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Crumb Mixture

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Fruit Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped strawberries, rhubarb, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Stir until the fruit is evenly coated and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
  4. Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
  5. Form Crust: Press about two-thirds of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating a firm and even crust layer.
  6. Add Fruit Layer: Spread the prepared strawberry and rhubarb filling evenly over the crust layer, distributing it uniformly.
  7. Top with Crumbs: Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the fruit layer to form the crumb topping.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, slice into bars and serve.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is cold for the best crumb texture.
  • Allow bars to cool completely so they set properly before slicing.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • These bars can also be frozen; wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
  • For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the fruit filling.

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