Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of rhubarb with these scrumptious Rhubarb Cheesecake Squares. A perfect blend of sweet and tangy, these squares are ideal for any occasion, from family gatherings to potlucks.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups diced fresh or thawed frozen rhubarb (drained)
Crust and Topping:
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch square baking pan and optionally line it with parchment for easy removal.
- Make crust and topping: In a medium bowl, stir together flour, oats, and brown sugar. Cut in the cold butter until crumbly. Reserve 1 cup for topping.
- Press crust: Press remaining crust mixture into the bottom of the pan.
- Prepare cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth. Add egg and vanilla; beat to combine.
- Fold in rhubarb: Gently fold in rhubarb, being careful not to overmix.
- Spread filling: Spread cheesecake mixture over crust. Sprinkle reserved topping.
- Bake: Bake for 40 minutes until set and golden brown.
- Cool and chill: Cool in pan on a rack for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a twist, try adding a sprinkle of chopped nuts to the topping.
- Make sure the rhubarb is well-drained to prevent excess moisture in the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Rhubarb Cheesecake Squares, Rhubarb Dessert, Cheesecake Recipe
