Rhubarb Bars Cream Cheese (Printable Recipe)
Chilled rhubarb bars with oat crust and creamy topping. Ideal for sharing on warm spring days.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Filling and Topping
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2 cups chopped rhubarb
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
→ Oat Crust
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1 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
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1/2 cup brown sugar
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
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Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until moistened and press evenly into the prepared pan.
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Bake crust for 15 minutes until dry and set but not browned. Remove from oven and set aside.
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In a saucepan over medium heat, cook rhubarb, granulated sugar, and cornstarch while stirring until thickened and rhubarb is soft, about 6 minutes. Stir in vanilla and remove from heat.
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Pour rhubarb mixture over the baked crust and spread evenly. Bake for another 10–15 minutes until set and glossy.
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Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy using an electric mixer.
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After bars cool completely, spread cream cheese topping evenly over the surface. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
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Cut chilled bars into squares with a clean knife dipped in hot water. Serve cold for best texture.
# Extra Tips:
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Bring cream cheese to room temperature for a smooth topping.
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Taste the rhubarb filling before baking to adjust sweetness if needed.
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Clean your knife between cuts to achieve neat slices.
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Serve bars well chilled to enhance flavor and texture.
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Rhubarb pairs well with strawberries or lemon zest for added freshness.