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Rhubarb Custard Bars

Delicious Rhubarb Custard Bars for Cozy Gatherings

Delight in these Moist Rhubarb Custard Bars, a perfect blend of sweet and tart, ideal for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness
  • 1 cup Cold Butter Cut into small cubes
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Fresh or Frozen Rhubarb Drain excess liquid if using frozen
  • 3 large Eggs For custard stability
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Don't substitute
  • 1 cup Additional Granulated Sugar Sweetens the filling
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Helps thicken the filling
For the Topping
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Should be at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the topping
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Lightens the topping

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • 13x9-inch baking pan
  • whisk
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 13×9-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar, then cut in the cold butter until crumbly.
  3. Press the mixture into the pan and bake for 10 minutes until lightly browned.
  4. Whisk together sugar, flour, cream, and eggs, then fold in chopped rhubarb.
  5. Pour filling over crust and bake for 40-45 minutes until slightly jiggly in center.
  6. Allow bars to cool at room temperature before proceeding with the topping.
  7. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth, then fold in whipped cream.
  8. Spread the cream cheese topping over the cooled bars and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  9. Once chilled, slice into squares and serve, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can also be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for 3 months.

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