Description
If you’re craving a comforting dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors, these Delicious Amish Oatmeal Rhubarb Bars are exactly what you need. With a buttery oat crumble, a vibrant rhubarb filling, and a soft yet slightly crisp texture, this easy recipe is ideal for a quick breakfast, healthy snack, or simple dessert idea. These bars come together with pantry staples and fresh rhubarb, making them one of those reliable food ideas you’ll return to again and again.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups chopped rhubarb
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix chopped rhubarb, sugar, and cornstarch and let sit.
3. Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and baking soda.
4. Add butter and vanilla, mix until crumbly.
5. Press two-thirds into pan to form base.
6. Spread rhubarb mixture evenly.
7. Sprinkle remaining crumble on top.
8. Bake 40–45 minutes until golden.
9. Cool completely and slice.
Notes
Use fresh rhubarb for best results or thaw and drain frozen well.
Allow bars to cool fully before slicing for clean cuts.
Add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor depth.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg