Deliciously Tangy Cream Cheese Rhubarb Bars You’ll Crave
Indulge in these Deliciously Tangy Cream Cheese Rhubarb Bars that perfectly balance creamy richness with a delightful tang. With a buttery shortbread base, a luscious cream cheese layer, and a vibrant rhubarb compote, these bars are the ultimate dessert for any gathering or cozy night in. They are not only easy to make but also offer versatility—enjoy them as a sweet snack, an after-dinner treat, or even at brunch with friends. Impress your guests with this simple yet irresistible recipe that captures the essence of spring.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: About 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups chopped fresh rhubarb (about 180 g)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (100 g)
- 1 tablespoon water
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened (225 g)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (50 g)
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (190 g)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (100 g)
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted (170 g)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the rhubarb layer by cooking chopped rhubarb with sugar and water until thickened.
- Make the crust by mixing flour, sugar, melted butter, and salt; press into a baking pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Layer cream cheese mixture over the crust and top with cooled rhubarb; swirl gently.
- Sprinkle remaining crumb topping over the layers and bake until golden.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (55g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg