Rhubarb Custard Bars
Delightful Rhubarb Custard Bars combine the tangy zing of rhubarb with creamy custard on a soft, crumbly crust, perfect for springtime treats.
Servings: 16 bars
Calories: 160kcal
Ingredients
For the crust
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into cubes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
For the custard filling
- 1 cup chopped rhubarb
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- to taste Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and the cold butter. Mix until crumbly.
- Press this mixture into a greased 8×8-inch baking pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until it turns a light golden brown.
Custard Filling
- While the crust is baking, whisk together the eggs, 1 cup of sugar, 1/4 cup of flour, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the chopped rhubarb, ensuring it is evenly incorporated.
- Once the crust is golden, pour the custard mixture over it, spreading it out evenly.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 35–40 minutes, until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow it to cool completely before slicing into bars. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For a sweeter dessert, increase the sugar in the custard mixture. You can also add a splash of vanilla or almond extract for extra flavor. Ensure bars are completely cooled before cutting for neat serving.