Lemon Rhubarb Tart Bars (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 100 grams plain flour
02 - 75 grams unsalted butter, softened
03 - 50 grams granulated sugar
04 - 1 gram fine salt

→ Filling

05 - 60 millilitres freshly squeezed lemon juice
06 - 270 grams rhubarb, diced
07 - 3 large eggs
08 - 1.5 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest
09 - 190 grams granulated sugar
10 - 60 grams plain flour

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Lightly coat a rectangular baking pan with nonstick spray.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine flour, softened butter, sugar, and salt. Knead by hand until a smooth, cohesive mixture forms.
03 - Press the crust mixture evenly into the base of the prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
04 - While crust bakes, add lemon juice, half of the diced rhubarb, and eggs to a clean medium bowl. Use an immersion blender to partially break down the rhubarb.
05 - Fold in the remaining rhubarb, lemon zest, sugar, and flour. Stir until well blended to a wet batter consistency.
06 - Pour filling evenly over the pre-baked crust. Return pan to oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until set in the center.
07 - Let bars cool at room temperature for at least two hours before transferring to the refrigerator to chill completely.

# Notes:

01 - If using frozen rhubarb, thaw completely and drain excess liquid before incorporating.