Description

Enjoy the perfect combination of sweet strawberries and tangy rhubarb in these delightful Strawberry Rhubarb Bars. A buttery crust holds a fruity filling that’s sure to please your taste buds!

Ingredients

Crust:

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt

Filling:

1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries (diced)
1 1/2 cups fresh rhubarb (diced)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Prepare the Crust: Cream together butter and sugars, then add flour and salt to form a crumbly mixture. Press two-thirds into the pan and bake until golden.
Make the Filling: Combine strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla. Spread over the baked crust.
Bake: Crumble the remaining dough on top of the fruit layer and bake until golden and bubbling.
Cool and Serve: Cool completely, slice into bars, and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

If using frozen fruit, thaw and drain well to avoid excess moisture.
Bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and are best served chilled or at room temperature.