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Rhubarb Tart with Shortbread Crust

Delicious Rhubarb Tart with Shortbread Crust You'll Love

A delightful Rhubarb Tart with Shortbread Crust that balances sweet and tart flavors, perfect for spring.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Crust
  • 1 cup Butter (softened) Make sure it's at room temperature
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on taste preference
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Helps stabilize the filling
For the Filling
  • 4 cups Fresh Rhubarb (chopped) Select firm, crisp stalks
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Tweak to achieve desired sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Paste Can substitute with vanilla extract
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Rolled Oats Optional for a twist in flavor

Equipment

  • 9-inch tart pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your tart pan.
  2. Toss the fresh rhubarb with granulated sugar and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour into the butter mixture.
  5. Press 2/3 of the dough into the bottom of the tart pan and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  6. Mix remaining dough with rolled oats to create a crumb topping.
  7. Spread the rhubarb mixture over the chilled crust, then sprinkle with crumb topping.
  8. Bake for approximately 35 minutes until crust edges are golden brown.
  9. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This tart can be customized by adding strawberries or adjusting the sweetness. Great for gatherings and can be made ahead and stored.

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