Julie's Rhubarb Bars or Crisp

Indulge in the sweet-tart perfection of Julie's Rhubarb Bars or Crisp, a versatile dessert that lets the vibrant flavor of rhubarb shine! Featuring a buttery oatmeal crumb crust and topping, this recipe balances the tangy rhubarb filling—sweetened just enough with sugar—with a hint of vanilla for a comforting homemade touch. Whether you slice it into bars for a handheld treat or scoop it as a crisp for a cozy dessert, this dish is irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just an hour, it's perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight desserts to crowd-pleasing potlucks. Pair it with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for ultimate indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups rhubarb (chopped)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup oats (old-fashioned or quick-cooking)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped rhubarb and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat until the rhubarb softens and begins to release its juices (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, oats, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the cold, cubed butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Press half of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer for the crust.

Step 6

Spread the cooked rhubarb mixture evenly over the crust layer.

Step 7

Add the vanilla extract to the remaining crumb mixture and stir to combine. Sprinkle it evenly over the rhubarb layer, ensuring full coverage.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the rhubarb mixture is bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars for serving or scoop directly for a crisp presentation. Serve on its own, with whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1533.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4408.7

Total Fat 201.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 514.1mg	0%
Sodium 1725.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 619.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.9g	0%
Total Sugars 315.4g
Protein 48.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 734.8mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 2524.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.4%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 55.3%