Rhubarb Crisp Squares

Transform your dessert game with these delectable Rhubarb Crisp Squares—a delightful combination of tangy rhubarb filling and buttery streusel crust. Perfectly balanced with a hint of cinnamon, these bars feature a crisp oat and brown sugar base that crumbles beautifully over a sweet-tart rhubarb compote. Ideal for showcasing fresh rhubarb, this recipe is quick to assemble, requiring just 15 minutes of prep before heading into the oven. Serve these golden-brown squares warm or chilled, and for an extra indulgent touch, pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Whether enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or a potluck favorite, these easy-to-make rhubarb bars are a crowd-pleasing treat you’ll come back to again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 4 cups rhubarb, chopped
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Press 2/3 of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create the crust. Reserve the remaining crumb mixture for the topping.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped rhubarb, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and water. Stir frequently and cook until the mixture thickens and the rhubarb starts to break down, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the rhubarb mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Pour the rhubarb filling evenly over the prepared crust in the baking dish.

Step 7

Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the rhubarb filling to create the topping.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

Allow the rhubarb crisp squares to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares for serving.

Step 10

Serve as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1879 grams (1879.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3666

Total Fat 154.20g	198%
Saturated Fat 92.90g	465%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 388mg	129%
Sodium 107mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 550.20g	200%
Dietary Fiber 31.70g	113%
Total Sugars 308.40g
Protein 39.90g	80%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1110mg	85%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 3653mg	78%

*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: 37.0%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 58.7%