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Buttery Blueberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars

Buttery Blueberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars: Pure Dessert Bliss

Enjoy the delightful tartness of rhubarb and the sweet juiciness of blueberries in these Buttery Blueberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit Filling
  • 2 cups Rhubarb fresh, chopped
  • 2 cups Blueberries or substitute with other berries
  • 3/4 cup Sugar adjust based on fruit sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch for thickening
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1 unit Lemon for zest and juice
For the Crust and Topping
  • 1 cup Oats preferably Quaker Old Fashioned
  • 1 cup Flour all-purpose
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 cup Butter cold, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 356°F (180°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until uniform.
  3. Cut cold butter into cubes and add to the dry mixture. Mix until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
  4. Press two-thirds of the crumble mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Pre-bake the crust for about 10 minutes until slightly golden.
  6. In a saucepan, combine rhubarb, blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes.
  7. Stir in lemon zest and juice before removing from heat and allowing to cool slightly.
  8. Spoon the fruit mixture evenly over the warm crust, then sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture on top.
  9. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until the topping is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
  10. Allow to cool in the pan for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 1 week, and will freeze well for up to 3 months.

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