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Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars

Delicious Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars for Spring Celebrations

Enjoy Tangy Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars that are a perfect blend of sweet and tart, ideal for spring gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour provides structure; do not overmix
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter softened for better texture
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened; can use dairy-free alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure extract is recommended
  • 1 large Egg room temperature for better blending
  • 2 cups Rhubarb (diced) can substitute with other tart fruits
For the Topping
  • 0.75 cups Brown Sugar can be replaced with white sugar
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Oats avoid quick oats for best results
  • 0.25 cups Flour helps balance rhubarb's tartness

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • fork or pastry cutter
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and softened unsalted butter and mix until resembling coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake the crust for about 10-12 minutes until lightly golden, then let it cool slightly.
  5. Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth, then spread it evenly over the cooled crust.
  6. Toss diced rhubarb with sugar and flour, then layer evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
  7. For topping, combine oats, brown sugar, and melted unsalted butter until clumpy, then sprinkle over rhubarb.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling is set.
  9. Let cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing for clean edges. Feel free to experiment with seasonal fruits and adjust sugar levels to taste.

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