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Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars

One of the most summery treats you'll make this season! The sweet and tangy flavors combine perfectly with the buttery base and the crunchy topping. 
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Ingredients
  

Base Layer & Crumb Topping

  • 3 c all purpose flour
  • 1/4 c white sugar
  • 3/4 c brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 c butter

Strawberry Rhubarb Filling

  • 1 1/2 tbsp corn starch
  • 1/4 c white sugar
  • 1/4 c brown sugar
  • 1 lb strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 stalks rhubarb, sliced
  • 1 lemon juiced

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375. Line pan with parchment. Prepare parchment with butter to ensure the bars release easily from the pan. Set aside. 
  • In a medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Set aside. 
  • In a small bowl, whisk egg, lemon zest and vanilla. Combine with dry ingredients and stir until well combined. 
  • Using a pastry cutter, cut in the butter until pea sized pieces form. The mixture will be crumbly. 
  • Press about 3/4 of the mixture into the bottom of the pan until it forms a shortbread like crust on the bottom, reserving enough to sprinkle on the top of the bars. Set aside. 
  • Next, combine corn starch and sugars in a large bowl and stir until well mixed. Add in sliced rhubarb and strawberries with the lemon juice. 
  • Pour strawberry rhubarb mixture over the prepared bottom. Spread the remaining dough mixture over the top of the strawberry rhubarb filling. 
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the bars are a golden brown on the top. 
  • Cool for 15-30 minutes and slice and serve. Store in the refrigerator.