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Rhubarb Custard Bars

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Tangy and creamy Rhubarb Custard Bars with a buttery crust, silky custard filling, and bright rhubarb flavor that balances sweet and tart perfectly.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup butter, cold and cubed
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for custard)
  • 1 cup heavy cream or milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and butter. Mix until crumbly.
  3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 15–18 minutes, until lightly golden.
  5. While the crust bakes, whisk eggs, sugar, cream, and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Fold the chopped rhubarb gently into the custard mixture.
  7. Pour the custard over the hot crust.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, until the custard is set with only a slight jiggle in the center.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Bars slice best when fully chilled.
  • Frozen rhubarb can be used if thawed and well drained.
  • Add lemon zest for extra brightness.
  • Strawberries pair well with rhubarb for a sweeter variation.

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