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Rhubarb Pudding Bars

Rhubarb Pudding Bars: Easy Spring Treat Your Guests Will Love

Delight in Rhubarb Pudding Bars, a perfect blend of sweet and tart, ideal for spring gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs can be bought pre-made or crushed from whole crackers
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar use brown sugar for deeper flavor if desired
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted before mixing
For the Rhubarb Layer
  • 2 cups Fresh Rhubarb finely chopped; do not use leaves
  • 1 package Strawberry Jello may substitute with raspberry or cherry jello
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch ensure correct measurement for consistency
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows regular marshmallows can be cut into smaller pieces
For the Pudding Layer
  • 1 package Instant Vanilla Pudding must be instant for correct texture
  • 2 cups Milk any milk can be utilized based on preference
  • 8 ounces Frozen Whipped Topping homemade whipped cream can be used but may alter final firmness

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch pan with butter.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the baking dish to form a solid crust.
  3. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
  4. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine rhubarb and a small amount of water. Cook until soft, then stir in sugar, cornstarch, and jello until thickened.
  5. Pour the rhubarb mixture over the cooled crust and sprinkle mini marshmallows on top. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  6. Prepare the pudding layer by whisking pudding mix with milk until thick. Fold in whipped topping.
  7. Spread the pudding mixture over the rhubarb layer and sprinkle reserved graham cracker mix on top. Chill completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill bars for at least 4 hours. Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Flavors improve overnight.

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