Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
rhubarb shortbread cookies

Buttery Rhubarb Shortbread Cookies: A Blissful 16-Bite Treat

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Crisp buttery shortbread cookies with a tangy rhubarb filling

  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 16 cookies 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup rhubarb, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. Cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy
  3. Mix in flour and salt to form a dough
  4. Press 2/3 of dough into an 8-inch square baking pan
  5. Combine rhubarb, brown sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla in a bowl
  6. Spread rhubarb mixture over dough base
  7. Crumble remaining dough over the rhubarb layer
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown
  9. Cool completely before cutting into squares

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes if too soft to handle
  • Use fresh rhubarb for best texture
  • Store in airtight container for up to 5 days
  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg