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Creamy Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars with Crumble Topping

Delight in these Creamy Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars featuring a luscious cheesecake layer topped with a buttery crumble, perfectly marrying tart and sweet flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.25 cup ¼ cup sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large 2 large eggs Ensure eggs are at room temperature.
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups chopped rhubarb (fresh or frozen)
For the Crumble Topping
  • 0.5 cup ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup ½ cup rolled oats
  • 0.5 cup ½ cup brown sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.33 cup 1/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until it resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking pan.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add in the vanilla extract and mix well. Then, add the eggs one at a time, ensuring they are fully incorporated without overmixing. Lastly, fold in the chopped rhubarb.
  4. Spread the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust evenly.
  5. In another bowl, mix the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cubed cold butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to combine until the mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle the crumble over the cheesecake filling.
Baking
  1. Place the baking pan in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the topping is golden brown.
  2. Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely. Cut into squares and enjoy your creamy rhubarb cheesecake bars!

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, refrigerate the cheesecake bars for at least 2-3 hours before serving. To enhance richness, consider adding a dollop of whipped cream or pairing with fresh strawberries or raspberries.