Savor these delicious Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars with our easy recipe Perfectly sweet and tangy theyre a treat for any occasion
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
2 cups rhubarb, chopped
1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This way, it’s ready to go when you’re done preparing your bars.
Prepare the Fruit Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped strawberries, rhubarb, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Mix well but gently; you want the fruit to stay intact. Let it sit for about 10 minutes while you prepare the crust.
Make the Crust and Crumble Topping: In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and mix until crumbly. You’ll want a mixture that resembles wet sand but is not overly sticky.
Assemble the Bars: Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later. Press two-thirds of the crumble mixture into the bottom of the pan to create the base. Pour the fruit filling evenly over this layer. Top with the remaining crumble mixture, ensuring to cover the fruit.
Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling. Your kitchen will smell amazing during this time!
Cool and Slice: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. This step is crucial for the bars to set properly. Once cool, lift the bars out using the parchment overhang, slice them into squares, and they’re ready to serve!
