Rhubarb Dream Dessert Recipes

RHUBARB DREAM BARS

Dreaming of a different way to use rhubarb? Try these sweet bars with a tender shortbread-like crust topped with rhubarb, walnuts and coconut for delicious results. -Marion Tomlinson, Madison, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Steps:

In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour and the confectioners' sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Pat into a lightly greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 13-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned., In a large bowl, combine sugar and remaining flour. Add eggs. Stir in the rhubarb, walnuts and coconut; pour over crust. Bake 30-35 minutes longer or until set. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 34mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut

RHUBARB DREAM BARS

A little different way to use up that abundant supply of rhubarb. It's a nice change of pace from the usual rhubarb pie or cake recipe.

Provided by KRISTA4

Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium bowl, mix together 2 cups of flour, confectioners' sugar and butter until it forms a dough, or at least the butter is in small crumbs. Press into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven. While this bakes, whisk together the white sugar, salt, flour and eggs in a large bowl. Stir in rhubarb to coat. Spread evenly over the baked crust when it comes out of the oven.
Bake for another 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until rhubarb is tender. Cool and cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.6 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 82.1 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 340.3 mg, Sugar 46 g

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
⅔ cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup butter, softened
3 cups white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs, beaten
4 ½ cups chopped fresh rhubarb

STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB CREAM DESSERT

A neighbor shared this recipe with me, and I created my own variation using garden-fresh rhubarb and strawberries. The shortbread crust and creamy sweet-tart layers went over big at a family party-not a crumb was left! -Sara Zignego, Hartford, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Strawberry-Rhubarb Cream Dessert image

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the flour, pecans, butter and sugar. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in rhubarb until combined. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool. Stir in strawberries., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup whipped cream. Spread over crust; top with rhubarb mixture. Spread with remaining whipped cream. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours before serving. Garnish with additional brown sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 calories, Fat 38g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
TOPPING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
5 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped, divided
Additional brown sugar, optional

RHUBARB CUSTARD BARS

Once I tried these rich, gooey bars, I just had to have the recipe so I could make them for my family and friends. The shortbreadlike crust and the rhubarb and custard layers inspire people to find rhubarb that they can use to fix a batch for themselves. -Shari Roach, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

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Steps:

In a bowl, combine the flour and sugar; cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, for filling, combine sugar and flour in a bowl. Whisk in cream and eggs. Stir in the rhubarb. Pour over crust. Bake at 350° until custard is set, 40-45 minutes. Cool. , For topping, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth; fold in whipped cream. Spread over top. Cover and chill. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup cold butter
FILLING:
2 cups sugar
7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 large eggs, room temperature, beaten
5 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed and drained
TOPPING:
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped