Description
Rhubarb Custard Bars are a delightful combination of tangy rhubarb and creamy custard, all nestled on a buttery crust. Their unique flavor profile makes them a standout dessert for any occasion, from family gatherings to casual picnics. These bars are not only easy to make but also perfect for sharing, yielding about three dozen servings. With the option to use fresh or frozen rhubarb, you can whip up this sweet treat year-round. Serve chilled, and enjoy the refreshing balance of tartness and sweetness.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour (for crust)
- 1 cup cold butter
- 2 cups sugar (for filling)
- 5 cups finely chopped rhubarb
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (for filling)
- 6 ounces cream cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13×9-inch baking pan.
- For the crust: Mix flour and sugar, cut in butter until crumbly, press into pan, and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- For the filling: Whisk together sugar and flour; add heavy cream and eggs. Stir in rhubarb before pouring over baked crust.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until custard is set; cool completely.
- For the topping: Beat cream cheese with sugar and vanilla; fold in whipped cream and spread over cooled bars.
- Chill for at least one hour before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg