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Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars Recipe

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Bright, tangy rhubarb meets silky cream cheese in a buttery bar, perfect for spring baking.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for rhubarb)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Make Crust: Mix together the flour and powdered sugar, then cut in the butter until crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Bake Crust: Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: Beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  5. Spread Cream Cheese Layer: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust.
  6. Prepare Rhubarb Topping: Combine rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in another bowl. Spoon the rhubarb mixture over the cream cheese layer.
  7. Bake Bars: Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the rhubarb is tender and the filling is set.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow to cool before cutting into bars. Enjoy your delicious Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars!

Notes

  • Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature.
  • Pair with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.