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Rhubarb Shortbread Bars: 7 Comforting Delights to Savor

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Rhubarb shortbread bars are a sweet and tangy dessert with a buttery crust.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together.
  3. Add flour and salt; mix until crumbly.
  4. Press two-thirds of the mixture into a greased baking pan.
  5. In another bowl, combine rhubarb, brown sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla.
  6. Spread the rhubarb mixture over the crust.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining crust mixture on top.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let cool before cutting into bars.

Notes

  • Use fresh rhubarb for best flavor.
  • Store bars in an airtight container.
  • Serve with whipped cream for extra sweetness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: rhubarb shortbread bars