Rhubarb Custard Bars Recipe

These delightful rhubarb custard bars offer a perfect balance of tangy rhubarb and creamy custard, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. A classic dessert recipe, perfect for spring gatherings or a special treat.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 235.9 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rhubarb Custard Bars

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How to Make Rhubarb Custard Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  2. **Crust:** In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Cut in 1 cup cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  5. **Filling:** In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 cups milk, and 3 large eggs until smooth.
  6. Stir in 4 cups chopped rhubarb.
  7. Pour the filling over the baked crust.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set and no longer jiggles in the center.
  9. Let cool completely to room temperature.
  10. **Topping:** In a mixing bowl, beat together 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 8 ounces softened cream cheese, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  11. Gently fold in 1 cup whipped topping.
  12. Spread the topping evenly over the cooled custard.
  13. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and the topping to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

106g

Fat

23g

Carbs

12g