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Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars

Deliciously Tangy Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars to Satisfy Cravings

These Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars offer a delightful blend of tangy and creamy flavors, perfect for satisfying dessert cravings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan option
For the Rhubarb Layer
  • 2 cups rhubarb diced
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup rolled oats or quick oats
  • 0.5 cups flour or almond flour for nutty twist
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar
  • 0.5 cups melted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and softened butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
  4. Let the crust cool for about 5 minutes.
  5. Beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth. Spread over the cooled crust.
  6. Combine diced rhubarb with brown sugar and toss until well coated, then spread over the cream cheese layer.
  7. Mix rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the rhubarb layer.
  8. Bake the assembled bars for 35-40 minutes until the topping is golden and crisp.
  9. Let the bars cool completely in the baking dish for about an hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Allow bars to chill in the fridge for a firmer texture before serving.

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