Description
Indulge in these ever-popular Rhubarb Oatmeal Bars, perfect for using up that abundant rhubarb from your patch. These bars are sure to become a favorite with their delightful tangy and sweet flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 4 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture is crumbly.
- Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a firm layer.
- In a separate bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cornstarch.
- Add the chopped rhubarb and vanilla, tossing to coat.
- Spread the rhubarb mixture evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the rhubarb layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow to cool completely in the dish on a wire rack before slicing into bars.
- Serve and enjoy these delightfully tangy and sweet rhubarb oatmeal bars, perfect for a spring dessert or snack!
Notes
- Ensure the rhubarb is fresh for the best flavor.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Feel free to adjust the sugar to taste if you prefer a sweeter or more tart bar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Rhubarb Oatmeal Bars, Rhubarb Dessert, Oatmeal Bars, Spring Dessert