Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares Recipe

Experience the taste of Colorado sunshine with these irresistible Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares! Inspired by a classic recipe from the June 2008 issue of "Colorado Country Life," these buttery, crumbly bars are bursting with tangy rhubarb and a delightful sour cream base. Perfect for a spring bake sale or a delightful afternoon treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 378.5 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares

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How to Make Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 13x9x2 inch baking pan.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, ½ cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Mix until crumbly. Set aside for topping.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together ½ cup packed light brown sugar, ½ cup shortening (vegetable or butter), and 1 large egg until light and fluffy.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with ½ cup sour cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in 4 cups chopped rhubarb (about 1 pound).
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle evenly with the crumb topping.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

140g

Fat

30g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares?

Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares?

Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares has approximately 378.5 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares?

The key ingredients for Sour Cream Rhubarb Squares are Sugar, Walnuts, Butter, Ground Cinnamon, Brown Sugar, Vegetable Shortening. See the full list with measurements above.

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