Rhubarb Cheesecake Squares Recipe: A Sweet and Tangy Treat (Print Version)
Discover how to make rhubarb cheesecake squares – a tangy, sweet dessert that’s perfect for any occasion!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 12 Bars
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ For the Filling
01 -
3 cups chopped rhubarb
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup water
→ For the Crust
04 -
2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
06 -
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
→ For the Cheesecake Layer
07 -
16 oz cream cheese, softened
08 -
1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine rhubarb, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally.
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Mix flour, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a baking dish and pre-bake.
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Blend cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Pour over baked crust.
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Spread rhubarb compote on top of the cheesecake mixture. Bake as directed.
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Cool completely, then refrigerate before slicing into squares.
# Notes:
01 -
Use fresh, seasonal rhubarb for the best flavor. To prevent cracks, avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Mixing bowls
02 -
whisk
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saucepan
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baking dish
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parchment paper
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 210
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 23g
Protein: 4g