Description
These Rhubarb Pudding Bars feature a buttery crust, a sweet-tart rhubarb filling, a creamy vanilla pudding layer, and fluffy whipped cream topping — perfect for spring and summer desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup flour and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix together the chopped rhubarb, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1/4 cup flour, eggs, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the rhubarb mixture over the cooled crust. Return to the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the filling is set. Let cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Spread the pudding layer over the cooled rhubarb layer. Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour.
- In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the pudding layer. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen rhubarb, but thaw and drain well if using frozen.
- Bars are best when chilled overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
