Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup fresh rhubarb, diced into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, toss the diced rhubarb with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and let it sit for 5 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until pale and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  5. Gradually stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined, ensuring no white streaks of flour remain.
  6. Gently fold the sugared rhubarb pieces into the dough using a spatula.
  7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are light golden brown but the centers remain soft.