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Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars

Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars

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These Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars are a delightful treat that combines the tartness of fresh rhubarb with a smooth, creamy filling. The buttery shortbread crust adds a rich flavor that perfectly complements the sweet and tangy layers above. Each bite offers a satisfying texture and a burst of flavor that will keep you coming back for more. Feel free to customize these bars by adding lemon zest or using different fruits!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped into 0.5-inch pieces
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing it to hang over the edges for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt until well combined; add cold butter cubes and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crumb mixture evenly into the prepared pan and bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  4. In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually add granulated sugar and mix in egg and vanilla until just combined and glossy.
  5. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, and water; cook for about 5–7 minutes until rhubarb is softening and slightly thickened.
  6. Pour cream cheese filling over warm crust evenly; spoon cooled rhubarb mixture on top without sinking it too much.
  7. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 30–35 minutes until the edges are firm but the center jiggles slightly when shaken.
  • Author: Lily Monroe
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg