Delicious and Tangy Very Berry Rhubarb Bars for a Summer Treat

Enjoy the delightful combination of sweet summer berries and tangy rhubarb in these delicious bars. The buttery crust and crumbly topping perfectly complement the juicy filling. These bars are great for picnics, potlucks, or when you simply crave a sweet and fruity dessert. Prepare this easy recipe and savor the flavors of summer!

Ingredients

• For the crust and crumb topping:
• - 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• - 1/4 teaspoon salt
• - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
• For the filling:
• - 2 cups chopped rhubarb
• - 2 cups mixed berries (such as raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, or blackberries)
• - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt for the crust and crumb topping.
3. Add the chilled and diced butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Take 1 and 1/2 cups of the crumb mixture and press it firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Set aside the remaining crumb mixture for later use as the topping.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the chopped rhubarb, mixed berries, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Stir until the fruits are evenly coated in the sugar mixture.
6. Pour the fruit filling over the crust in the baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
7. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the fruit filling, covering it completely.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
10. Serve the Very Berry Rhubarb Bars as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence!

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