Description
Rhubarb Custard Bars are a delightful dessert featuring a buttery crust topped with sweet and tangy rhubarb and a creamy custard.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour for the crust
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar for the crust and custard
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 2 large eggs for the custard
- 1 cup whole milk (preferred)
- 1 1/2 cups rhubarb, chopped into small pieces
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar for the rhubarb topping
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for the custard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix together the flour and 1/2 cup sugar for the crust. Add the cold butter pieces and cut in with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, until it is lightly golden and set aside to cool slightly.
- While the crust bakes, prepare the rhubarb topping by tossing the chopped rhubarb with 1/2 cup sugar until well coated. Spread this evenly over the partially baked crust.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and remaining 1/2 cup sugar until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Pour the custard mixture gently over the rhubarb layer, ensuring even coverage. The custard should fill the gaps and surround the rhubarb.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set and slightly puffed around the edges. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. The bars will firm up as they cool, making them easier to cut. Slice into squares and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy the creamy custard paired with tangy rhubarb on a crisp crust.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh rhubarb.
- These bars can be served warm or chilled.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg