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Rhubarb Oatmeal

Candied Rhubarb Oatmeal Crunch Bars

Candied rhubarb oatmeal crunch bars with sweet tart filling and crunchy oat topping. Easy dessert recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups rhubarb chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¾ cup butter melted
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Cook rhubarb, sugar, and lemon juice until softened and thickened.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking pan.
  • Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add melted butter and mix until crumbly.
  • Press half mixture into pan.
  • Spread rhubarb filling over base.
  • Top with remaining oat mixture.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until golden.
  • Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Let bars cool fully before cutting.
Use fresh or thawed rhubarb.
Adjust sweetness if desired.