rhubarb bars

I stumbled upon my recipe for Rhubarb Bars quite by accident. After receiving a bundle of rhubarb from my gardening neighbor, I wanted to try something beyond the usual pie. These bars were the happy result – and they've become the most requested recipe in my collection.

What makes these bars special is their perfect balance: a buttery shortbread base topped with rhubarb filling that hits that ideal sweet-tart note. The subtle pink color makes them visually appealing without any artificial ingredients. My cousin, who typically passes on dessert, had three during our last family gathering and asked to take extras home.

I appreciate how these bars work for both casual and more formal occasions. They're sturdy enough for lunchboxes but pretty enough for baby showers and dinner parties. The recipe is also forgiving if your rhubarb isn't perfectly uniform – the filling disguises any inconsistencies in the chopping.

Ready to transform those ruby red stalks into a dessert that even rhubarb skeptics will love? Click below for my complete Rhubarb Bars recipe and add a new favorite to your dessert rotation!