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Strawberry Paleo Rhubarb Bars

Delicious Strawberry Paleo Rhubarb Bars for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Healthy dessert with bright flavors of strawberries and tart rhubarb, perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Paleo
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Substitute with sunflower seed flour for nut-free versions.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Flour Avoid direct substitution to maintain texture.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure extract elevates flavor profile.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey can work as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil Use unsalted butter if not dairy-free.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Strawberries Base fruit; swap with blueberries if desired.
  • 1 cup Rhubarb Frozen, thawed, and drained can be used.
  • 1 tbl Lemon Juice Brightens flavor.
  • 2 tbl Tapioca Starch Cornstarch can be a replacement.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cashews Substitute with pecans or walnuts.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Butter Almond butter is an alternative.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Combine almond flour, coconut flour, salt, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil in a mixing bowl.
  3. Press approximately 3/4 of the dough into the bottom of the baking dish to form the crust.
  4. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. Cook strawberries, rhubarb, lemon juice, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan over medium heat for about 7 minutes.
  6. Whisk tapioca starch with water, then pour into the softened fruit and cook until thickened.
  7. Pour the fruit filling onto the baked crust, leaving a small border.
  8. Combine chopped cashews with the remaining dough, sprinkle over fruit filling.
  9. Bake assembled bars for an additional 20 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Mix melted coconut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and water to create the glaze.
  11. Let the bars cool for at least 2 hours, then slice and drizzle with glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 55mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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