Description
Rhubarb Shortbread Streusel Bars are the quintessential spring dessert, combining the tartness of fresh rhubarb with a sweet, crumbly streusel topping. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are ideal for afternoon tea, potlucks, or simply as a delightful dessert at home. With their vibrant flavors and easy preparation, you can enjoy a taste of spring in every bite. The balance between the tangy filling and buttery shortbread creates an irresistible treat that will have everyone coming back for more. Whether served plain or drizzled with a light glaze, these bars are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz. rhubarb, cleaned and diced
- 1.8 oz. raspberries, smashed
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sugar (plus additional for streusel)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus additional for filling)
- 1 cup butter
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
- Marinate rhubarb and raspberries in sugar for one hour.
- Prepare streusel by mixing flour, sugar, salt, butter, and vanilla until crumbly; press into a baking tin.
- Bake crust at 375°F for 15 minutes; cool slightly.
- Mix marinated rhubarb with lemon juice and flour; spread over crust and top with remaining streusel.
- Bake at 350°F for 40-50 minutes until golden brown; cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg