Best 7 Rhubarb Cheesecake Dream Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our Rhubarb Cheesecake Dream Bars. These delectable treats combine the vibrant tartness of rhubarb with the creamy richness of cheesecake, all nestled on a buttery graham cracker crust. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy, with a velvety cheesecake filling that melts in your mouth. Our collection of recipes provides variations to suit every taste, including a classic cheesecake version, a luscious white chocolate version, and a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our easy-to-follow instructions will guide you through the process of creating these irresistible bars. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

RHUBARB DREAM BARS



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A little different way to use up that abundant supply of rhubarb. It's a nice change of pace from the usual rhubarb pie or cake recipe.

Provided by KRISTA4

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
⅔ cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup butter, softened
3 cups white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs, beaten
4 ½ cups chopped fresh rhubarb

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium bowl, mix together 2 cups of flour, confectioners' sugar and butter until it forms a dough, or at least the butter is in small crumbs. Press into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven. While this bakes, whisk together the white sugar, salt, flour and eggs in a large bowl. Stir in rhubarb to coat. Spread evenly over the baked crust when it comes out of the oven.
  • Bake for another 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until rhubarb is tender. Cool and cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.6 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 82.1 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 340.3 mg, Sugar 46 g

RHUBARB DREAM BARS



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Dreaming of a different way to use rhubarb? Try these sweet bars with a tender shortbread-like crust topped with rhubarb, walnuts and coconut for delicious results. -Marion Tomlinson, Madison, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour and the confectioners' sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Pat into a lightly greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 13-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned., In a large bowl, combine sugar and remaining flour. Add eggs. Stir in the rhubarb, walnuts and coconut; pour over crust. Bake 30-35 minutes longer or until set. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 34mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RHUBARB CHEESECAKE DREAM BARS



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A very easy, rich, rhubarb cheesecake bar. This recipe uses only one bowl and 7 different ingredients (most of which are regulars in any kitchen).

Provided by liztherunner

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes     Cheesecake Bar Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
4 cups finely chopped rhubarb
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease an 11x7-inch baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix together 1 cup flour, the softened butter, and 1 tablespoon sugar until well combined; press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake the crust in the preheated oven until it starts to brown, about 10 minutes. Remove the crust. Reduce oven heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Using the same bowl, thoroughly mix 1 cup sugar with 1/4 cup flour; stir in the rhubarb and toss to coat. Spread the rhubarb mixture over the baked crust. Using the same bowl, mash the cream cheese, 1/2 cup of sugar, and the egg until the mixture is creamy; spread over the rhubarb.
  • Bake in the oven until the rhubarb is bubbling and the topping is set, about 35 minutes.
  • In the same bowl, mix sour cream with 1 tablespoon of sugar; spread over the hot dessert. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 98 mg, Sugar 22.1 g

RHUBARB CHEESECAKE BARS



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Creamy rhubarb filling is flanked top and bottom by a caramel-like crumbly mixture. Yum!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups quick-cooking or old-fashioned oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3 eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Grease bottom and sides of jelly roll pan, 15 1/2x10 1/2x1 inch, with shortening, or spray with cooking spray. Beat flour, oats, brown sugar, butter, salt and baking soda in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until crumbly, or mix with spoon. Press about 4 cups of the mixture in pan.
  • Beat remaining ingredients except rhubarb in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until blended. Stir in rhubarb. Spread over crust. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture; press lightly.
  • Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until center is set; cool 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours but no longer than 48 hours. For bars, cut into 10 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 75 mg

STRAWBERRY RHUBARB CHEESECAKE BARS



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These cheesecake bars layer a buttery pecan shortbread crust with a rich and creamy filling and sweet-tart strawberry rhubarb jam. For larger squares, cut into nine bars instead of 16. -Amanda Scarlati, Sandy, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
Dash kosher salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dash kosher salt
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
JAM:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/3 cups chopped fresh strawberries
1-1/3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line an 8-in. square baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides. In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans., Press into bottom of prepared pan. Bake until edges just begin to brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in milk, lemon juice, vanilla and salt. Add egg; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour over crust., Bake until filling is set, 15-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. , For jam, in a small saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch. Add strawberries, rhubarb and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until mixture begins to thicken, 6-8 minutes. Cool completely. Spread over filling. Refrigerate until set, 8 hours or overnight. , Using parchment, carefully remove cheesecake from baking pan. Cut into bars for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

RHUBARB CHEESECAKE SQUARES



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It's rhubarb season, so now's the time to try this rich and tangy cheese bar. It's bound to be a hit with the rhubarb lovers you know. -Sharon Schmidt, Mandan, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix flour, oats and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Reserve 1 cup mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture onto bottom of a greased 9-in. square baking pan., For filling, beat cream cheese, sugar, salt and spices until smooth. Add egg and vanilla; beat on low speed just until combined. Fold in rhubarb. Spread over crust. Sprinkle with topping., Bake until golden brown and filling is set, about 40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 1 hour. Refrigerate, covered, until cold, about 2 hours. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

RHUBARB CUSTARD BARS



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Once I tried these rich, gooey bars, I just had to have the recipe so I could make them for my family and friends. The shortbreadlike crust and the rhubarb and custard layers inspire people to find rhubarb that they can use to fix a batch for themselves. -Shari Roach, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup cold butter
FILLING:
2 cups sugar
7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 large eggs, room temperature, beaten
5 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed and drained
TOPPING:
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour and sugar; cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, for filling, combine sugar and flour in a bowl. Whisk in cream and eggs. Stir in the rhubarb. Pour over crust. Bake at 350° until custard is set, 40-45 minutes. Cool. , For topping, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth; fold in whipped cream. Spread over top. Cover and chill. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh rhubarb. Fresh rhubarb has a tart flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweet cream cheese filling. If you can't find fresh rhubarb, you can use frozen rhubarb, but be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • Don't overcook the rhubarb. Rhubarb should be cooked until it is tender, but not mushy. Overcooked rhubarb will lose its flavor and texture.
  • Use a quality cream cheese. A good quality cream cheese will make a big difference in the flavor of the cheesecake filling. Be sure to use a cream cheese that is smooth and free of lumps.
  • Don't overbeat the cream cheese filling. Overbeaten cream cheese filling will be dense and grainy. Be sure to beat the cream cheese filling only until it is smooth and creamy.
  • Chill the cheesecake bars before serving. Chilling the cheesecake bars will help them set and make them easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Rhubarb cheesecake dream bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a creamy cheesecake filling, a sweet and tart rhubarb topping, and a buttery graham cracker crust, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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