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Rhubarb Bars with Cream Cheese

These Rhubarb Bars with Cream Cheese are a delightful blend of tart and sweet flavors, perfect for a simple yet delicious dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
For the filling
  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb Fresh or thawed if using frozen
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the cream cheese topping
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Use the remaining vanilla

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture into the dish and bake for 15 minutes.
Filling
  1. In a saucepan, cook the rhubarb, granulated sugar, and cornstarch until it thickens. Stir in the vanilla.
  2. Spread the rhubarb mixture over the crust and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
Topping
  1. Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and remaining vanilla until smooth.
  2. Spread the cream cheese topping over the cooled bars and chill for at least 2 hours.
Serving
  1. Cut into squares and serve!

Notes

These bars keep well in the fridge for about 5-7 days. You can also freeze them for up to 2 months. Don't skip the chilling time for better texture!