Best 3 Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars Recipes

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our delectable Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This irresistible treat features a buttery graham cracker crust, a luscious layer of tangy rhubarb filling, and a creamy, velvety topping of cheesecake. The vibrant colors of the rhubarb and the smooth, rich texture of the cheesecake create a visual masterpiece that is sure to impress. With the perfect balance of sweet and tart, these bars are a delightful indulgence that can be enjoyed as a dessert or a sweet snack. This article provides three variations of this classic recipe, each offering a unique twist on the original. From a traditional version to a gluten-free option and a decadent chocolate variation, there's something for every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the perfect Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars recipe for your next special occasion or gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RHUBARB CREAM CHEESE BARS

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This recipe is from my daughter, Jodi. It's a favorite at all of our early summer family gatherings.

Provided by Minnesota Wildflower

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup butter
2 cups chopped rhubarb
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
2/3 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

Combine crust ingredients. Spread in 9X13" pan and bake at 375 for 10 minutes.
Toss together ingredients for rhubarb layer and pour over crust. Bake for 15 minutes.
Mix together cream cheese and sugar. Beat eggs in one at a time, pour mixture over rhubarb and bake 25 minutes at 375.
Mix glaze ingredients and spread over bars as soon as they come out of the oven.

CREAM CHEESE RHUBARB BARS

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These bars combines the velvety richness of cheesecake with fresh tangy rhubarb for a delicious dessert that everyone will love.

Provided by ScrappieDoo

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 16-20 bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, softened
2 cups flour
3/4 cup quick oats
3/4 cup brown sugar
12 ounces cream cheese (1 1/2 packages)
1 1/4 cups white sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (or more to taste!)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3 cups rhubarb, chopped

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Combine butter, flour, oats and brown sugar until crumbly.
Press 1/2 the mixture into bottom of 9x13 baking pan.
Beat cream cheese, white sugar, eggs, cinnamon and nutmeg in a large mixing bowl. Stir in rhubarb.
Pour over prepared crust.
Sprinkle with remaining reserved topping.
Bake for 40-45 minutes. Cool and refrigerate.
Serve cool.

RHUBARB CREAM CHEESE BARS RECIPE - (3.8/5)

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Provided by á-25051

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

CRUST:
1 1/2 Cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup butter
RHUBARB LAYER:
4 cups chopped rhubarb
1 cup sugar
4 tablespoons flour
CREAM CHEESE FILLING:
1 1/2 (12-ounce) packages cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar
3 eggs
GLAZE:
3/4 cup sour cream
2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

Combine crust ingredients spread into a 9x13-inch pan and bake at 375°F for 10 minutes. Toss together ingredients for rhubarb layer and pour over crust. Bake for 15 minutes at 375°F. Mix together cream cheese and sugar. Beat eggs in one at a time pour mixture over rhubarb and bake 25 minutes 375°F. Mix glaze ingredients together and spread over bars as soon as they come out of the oven.

Tips:

Use fresh rhubarb: Fresh rhubarb has a tart and slightly sour 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: Overcooked rhubarb will become mushy and lose its flavor. Cook the rhubarb just until it is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Use a good quality cream cheese: The cream cheese is the star of this recipe, so it's important to use a good quality brand. Look for a cream cheese that is smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
Don't overbeat the cream cheese filling: Overbeating the cream cheese filling will make it dense and heavy. Beat the filling just until it is smooth and creamy.
Chill the bars before serving: Chilling the bars before serving will help them set and make them easier to cut.

Conclusion:

These rhubarb cream cheese bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their tart and tangy rhubarb filling and sweet and creamy cream cheese filling, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give these rhubarb cream cheese bars a try!