Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars
Description
This recipe for strawberry rhubarb crumb bars features a buttery crumb layer that doubles as a crust and topping with a sweetened fresh fruit filling.
Ingredients
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unsalted butter, melted, for greasing
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1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1 pinch salt
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1 1/3 cups quick cooking oats
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1/2 cup white sugar
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1/2 cup lightly packed light brown sugar
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3/4 cup melted unsalted butter
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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1 2/3 cups strawberries, hulled and diced
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1 1/2 cups fresh rhubarb, cut into 1/4 inch pieces
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1/3 cup white sugar
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter.
2
Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in oats, 1/2 cup white sugar, and brown sugar until well combined, using the back of a spoon to break up any brown sugar clumps. Add 3/4 cup melted butter and vanilla; stir until mixture is evenly moistened.
3
Press 2 cups crumb mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing down lightly; set remaining crumb mixture aside.
4
Combine strawberries and rhubarb in the same large bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice; toss to combine. Combine 1/3 cup sugar and cornstarch in a small bowl until combined. Sprinkle over strawberry-rhubarb filling; mix well.
5
Pour filling into the baking dish on top of crumb layer; crumble reserved crumb mixture over filling, spreading evenly.
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Bake in the preheated oven until top is browned and filling is bubbly, about 45 minutes. Cool on a wire rack before cutting into bars.