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Rhubarb Custard Bars

These Rhubarb Custard Bars are a delightful combination of a buttery crust, tangy rhubarb filling, and creamy custard topping. Perfect for a spring dessert or afternoon treat!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons ice water
Filling
  • 4 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Make the crust: Pulse flour, butter, powdered sugar, and salt in a food processor until coarse crumbs form.
  3. Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, pulsing until dough comes together.
  4. Press dough into a 9x13 inch baking pan. Prick with a fork.
  5. Bake crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  6. Make the filling: Combine rhubarb, granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
  8. Pour rhubarb mixture over the baked crust. Pour egg mixture over the rhubarb.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until custard is set and lightly golden.
  10. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the crust. Be sure to let the bars cool completely before cutting to prevent them from falling apart.