Creamy Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in these Creamy Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars, where the lush, velvety texture of a cheesecake meets the tartness of fresh rhubarb in a delightful dessert. Each bite offers a perfect harmony of sweet and tangy flavors, nestled in a buttery oat crust that adds a satisfying crunch. Ideal for gatherings, potlucks, or simply a treat for yourself, these bars can be enjoyed chilled, providing a refreshing end to any meal. Don’t miss out on this irresistible combination that will have everyone asking for seconds!
18
Servings
167
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
3/4 cup (softened)
flour
2 cups (all-purpose)
quick oats
3/4 cup (uncooked)
brown sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
cream cheese
12 ounces (softened)
white sugar
1 1/4 cups (granulated)
eggs
2 large (room temperature)
cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (or more to taste)
nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (freshly grated)
rhubarb
3 cups (chopped)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper for easy removal.
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2. In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, flour, quick oats, and brown sugar. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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3. Press half of this crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even base.
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4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and white sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the room temperature eggs, cinnamon, and nutmeg, mixing well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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5. Gently fold in the chopped rhubarb until evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese mixture.
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6. Pour the cream cheese and rhubarb mixture over the crust already in the baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
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7. Sprinkle the reserved crumb topping over the cream cheese layer, ensuring it's evenly distributed.
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8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
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9. Once baked, allow to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
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10. Serve chilled and enjoy the delightful contrast of creamy cheesecake and vibrant rhubarb!
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
17g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Creamy Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 18 servings.
What is the calorie count per bar?
Each bar contains approximately 167 calories.
How much fat is in each serving?
There are 10 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in one bar?
There are 17 grams of carbohydrates in each bar.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 2 grams of protein.
What category of dessert are these?
They are categorized as Bar Cookies.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
What size baking pan is required?
A 9x13 inch baking pan is required.
How should the baking pan be prepared?
Grease the pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
What are the ingredients for the crust?
The crust is made from butter, flour, quick oats, and brown sugar.
How should the butter for the crust be prepared?
The 3/4 cup of butter should be softened.
What type of oats are used in the crust?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of uncooked quick oats.
How do you mix the crust ingredients?
Combine the ingredients in a medium bowl until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
How much of the crumb mixture is pressed into the bottom of the pan?
Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
How much cream cheese is needed for the filling?
You will need 12 ounces of softened cream cheese.
How much white sugar is used in the cheesecake layer?
The filling uses 1 1/4 cups of granulated white sugar.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
Two large eggs are required.
What temperature should the eggs be?
The eggs should be at room temperature.
What spices are added to the cheesecake mixture?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg.
How much rhubarb is used?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of rhubarb.
How should the rhubarb be prepared?
The rhubarb should be chopped before being folded into the mixture.
How do you incorporate the rhubarb?
Gently fold the chopped rhubarb into the cream cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
How is the reserved crumb mixture used?
The reserved crumb topping is sprinkled evenly over the cream cheese and rhubarb layer.
What is the total baking time?
Bake the bars for 40 to 45 minutes.
How do you know when the bars are finished baking?
They are done when the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
How long should the bars cool at room temperature?
Allow them to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
How long should the bars be refrigerated before slicing?
Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours before slicing.
How should the Creamy Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars be served?
They should be served chilled for the best texture and flavor.
What is the flavor profile of these bars?
They offer a perfect harmony of sweet and tangy flavors with a buttery, crunchy oat crust.