STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB CREAM DESSERT

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A neighbor shared this recipe with me, and I created my own variation using garden-fresh rhubarb and strawberries. The shortbread crust and creamy sweet-tart layers went over big at a family party-not a crumb was left! -Sara Zignego, Hartford, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
TOPPING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
5 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped, divided
Additional brown sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, pecans, butter and sugar. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in rhubarb until combined. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool. Stir in strawberries., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup whipped cream. Spread over crust; top with rhubarb mixture. Spread with remaining whipped cream. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours before serving. Garnish with additional brown sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 calories, Fat 38g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Toni Fraser
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I love strawberry rhubarb desserts! This one looks especially good.


Sobuj Bhai
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This dessert looks so delicious! I'm definitely going to try it.


Markus Mcelmurry
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I can't wait to make this dessert for my family and friends.


Fatmata k Waritay
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I'm going to try making this dessert with other fruits, like blueberries or raspberries.


Parbati Magar
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This dessert is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's sure to please everyone.


Thomas Andrew
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I would definitely make this dessert again. It's a great way to use up fresh strawberries and rhubarb.


Mr Mazed
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The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I didn't have any trouble making this dessert.


Katy Chihaia
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This dessert was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The presentation was impressive, and the taste was even better.


Miselie Nordelus
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I made this dessert for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


RYLEE KING RUCKER
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This was a great dessert to make with my kids. They loved helping me mix the ingredients and pour the batter into the pan.


Mia DeAngelis
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I'm not usually a fan of rhubarb, but this dessert changed my mind. The rhubarb was perfectly tart, and the strawberries added just the right amount of sweetness.


KAMIKASE 5018 (KAMIKASE)
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This strawberry rhubarb cream dessert was a delightful treat! The combination of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb was perfectly balanced, and the cream topping added a rich, velvety texture. I loved the contrast between the warm fruit filling and