How to Make June's Layered Rhubarb Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

June's Layered Rhubarb Bars are a delightful and unique dessert that combines the tartness of rhubarb with the sweetness of a crumbly, buttery base. This recipe is perfect for showcasing the vibrant flavor of rhubarb, which is typically in season during the spring and early summer months.

These bars are layered with a rich and creamy filling that perfectly balances the tartness of the rhubarb. The crumbly base and topping add a delicious textural contrast, making each bite a delightfu...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups crushed graham crackers, divided
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 3 drops red food coloring, or as desired (Optional)
  • 1 (8 ounce) tub frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed
  • 1 ½ cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 ¾ cups milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 bars

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Sprinkle 3/4 of the crushed graham crackers in the bottom of a 9x13-inch pan; reserve the other 1/4 for topping. Add melted butter over top and press into the pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set and browned, about 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Mix rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, and water together in a pot. Cook over medium heat until thick, 5 to 7 minutes. Add red food coloring. Put mixture on top of cooled crust.
  • Mix frozen whipped topping and marshmallows together in a bowl; spread on top of rhubarb layer.
  • Mix vanilla pudding with milk in a bowl. Put on top of marshmallow layer. Sprinkle with reserved 1/4 graham crackers. Cool in the refrigerator for about 3 hours.
  • Nutrition

    197 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 112mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 97mg