Pine Nut Strawberry Rice Bars
These homemade Pine Nut and Strawberry Rice Bars are an excellent way to boost your energy first thing in the morning or during an afternoon slump.
Ingredients
- 1 bag Success® White Rice
- nonstick spray
- 3 tbsp butter, softened
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp lemon extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup unsalted pine nuts, chopped
Instructions
These delicious rice bars are perfect for an on-the-go breakfast, snack or dessert. Made with Success® White Rice and a sweet and savory combination of pine nuts and fresh strawberries, we guarantee they’ll become a family favorite.
Step 1
Prepare rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, spray a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray and set aside. Preheat oven to 350°F.
Step 2
Put butter, sugar and jam in the bowl of an electric mixer. Beat on medium speed until thoroughly combined. Add eggs and lemon extract and continue to beat until well mixed.
Step 3
In another large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, turmeric and baking soda. Add rice to flour mixture. Using a spatula, mix thoroughly.
Step 4
Combine rice mixture with egg mixture. Gently fold in strawberries and nuts.
Step 5
Spread batter into prepared pan. Bake for 25 minutes.
Step 6
Remove bars from oven and allow to cool in the pan. Once cool, transfer to a cutting board and cut into 36 small bars. Store bars in the refrigerator.
Recipe Tip
If you don’t have an electric mixer, simply use a hand mixer or wooden spoon for this recipe.
