Rhubarb Bears

Delightfully whimsical and bursting with tangy-sweet flavor, Rhubarb Bears are the perfect treat to showcase summer’s star ingredient—rhubarb! These playful baked goods combine a tender, buttery dough with pieces of tart rhubarb, creating a balance of textures and flavors that’s impossible to resist. A sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar adds a warm, caramelized topping, while their adorable bear shapes make them an instant hit for family gatherings or special occasions. Ready in under an hour, this fun and easy recipe is a creative twist on classic scones. Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar for a charming, bakery-worthy finish! Keywords: Rhubarb Bears recipe, easy rhubarb dessert, cinnamon rhubarb scones, whimsical pastry ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Rhubarb stalks (chopped)
• 0.25 cups Light brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 cups Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and work it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Add this wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.

Step 5

Fold the chopped rhubarb into the dough, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 6

Lightly flour a clean surface and your hands. Take small portions of dough and shape them into playful bear shapes (or simple rounds if desired). Use smaller pieces for 'ears' and press them gently onto each 'bear' body.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the tops of each bear.

Step 8

Place the rhubarb bears on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the bears are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Remove the bears from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.

Step 11

Optional: Lightly dust the rhubarb bears with powdered sugar before serving for a sweet finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1109.5 grams (1109.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2834

Total Fat 85.90g	110%
Saturated Fat 46.20g	231%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 417mg	139%
Sodium 2277mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 486.00g	177%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 241.80g
Protein 45.00g	90%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 539mg	41%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 1537mg	33%

*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: 26.7%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 67.1%