Rhubarb Crumb Bars with Buttery Oat Topping 🍓🥮


1️⃣ Prep & Preheat

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper.

2️⃣ Make the Crust/Crumble

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.

  2. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter (or fingers) until crumbly.

  3. Press 2/3 of the mixture into the pan for the crust.

3️⃣ Prepare the Filling

  • Toss rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla.

  • Spread over crust, then sprinkle with remaining crumble.

4️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection

  • Bake 40-45 mins until bubbly and golden.

  • Cool 1 hour before slicing (filling sets as it cools).


Pro Tips

🔪 Clean cuts: Chill bars 30 mins before slicing.
🍯 Extra sweetness: Drizzle with honey before serving.
🌿 Herb twist: Add 1 tsp fresh thyme to the filling.


Serving Ideas

🍦 À la mode – Vanilla ice cream is a must!
☕ With tea – Perfect for afternoon treats.
🎁 Gift idea: Wrap in parchment + twine.