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Rhubarb Bars with Cream Cheese

Delightful Rhubarb Bars topped with cream cheese, offering a healthier dessert option packed with fiber and low sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup butter, melted
Filling ingredients
  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly, then press into the bottom of the baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes.
Filling
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped rhubarb, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Cook while stirring until thickened. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  2. Spread the rhubarb mixture over the baked crust. Bake for another 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
Topping
  1. Beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy, scrapping the sides to mix well.
  2. Once the rhubarb bars have cooled, spread the cream cheese topping evenly over them. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Serve with fresh fruit or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added nutrition. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months.