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Delicious rhubarb cream cheese bars with a buttery oats crust and creamy filling

Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars

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Delicious rhubarb cream cheese bars with a buttery oat crumble topping, perfect for a sweet and tangy treat.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Stir together flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. Pour in melted butter and mix until crumbly.
  4. Press two-thirds of the mixture into a lined 8×8 or 9×9 inch pan for the crust.
  5. Bake the crust for 10 minutes to set.
  6. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add egg and vanilla, mixing gently.
  7. Toss chopped rhubarb with sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
  8. Spread cream cheese filling over the warm crust.
  9. Layer rhubarb mixture on top of the cream cheese.
  10. Sprinkle remaining crumble over the top.
  11. Bake for 35-45 minutes until set and golden.
  12. Cool on the counter, then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

For best results, use old-fashioned oats for the crumble. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

  • Author: vivian-brooks
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 square
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg