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Amish Oatmeal Rhubarb Bars

Delicious and easy-to-make rhubarb bars with a sweet oatmeal crumble topping. Perfect for picnics and potlucks!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Oatmeal Crust and Topping

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter melted

Rhubarb Filling

  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, 1 cup granulated sugar, and salt for the crust. Pour in the melted butter and stir until well combined and crumbly.
    1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • Press about two-thirds of the oatmeal mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
  • In a separate bowl, gently toss the chopped rhubarb with 1 cup granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, and cinnamon until evenly coated.
    1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • Spread the rhubarb filling evenly over the oatmeal crust.
  • Sprinkle the remaining oatmeal mixture evenly over the rhubarb filling.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the rhubarb filling is bubbly.
  • Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

These bars are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.