Description
Indulge in the delightful blend of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb with these Strawberry Rhubarb Shortbread Bars. Nestled in a buttery shortbread crust, each bar offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that evokes warm memories of summer afternoons. Perfect for picnics or potlucks, these bars are not only easy to make but also versatile enough to serve warm or cold. Elevate your dessert game with this joyful treat that promises to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup fresh rhubarb, chopped
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix strawberries and rhubarb with half a cup of sugar; set aside.
- In another bowl, combine flour and remaining sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add egg and mix into dough.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared dish; bake for 15 minutes until golden.
- Pour fruit mixture over baked crust and crumble remaining dough on top.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden. Cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (55g)
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 27mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the fruit filling or nuts to the crust. Use fresh fruit for best results; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid before mixing.