Delicious Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars

Spring brings with it a bounty of fresh produce, and one of the season's most delightful offerings is rhubarb. Known for its vibrant pink stalks and unique tart flavor, rhubarb is a beloved ingredient that shines in various desserts. Our recipe, "Rhubarb Dreamland: Creamy Bars to Color," is a celebration of this wonderful vegetable, capturing its essence in a creamy, luscious bar that balances tartness with sweetness perfectly.

Delicious Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars

Dive into spring with our Rhubarb Dreamland Bars, a creamy and colorful dessert that showcases the unique tartness of fresh rhubarb! This deliciously easy recipe combines a buttery crust and smooth cream cheese filling, resulting in a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for picnics or family gatherings, these bars are sure to impress. Celebrate the season with this delightful treat! #RhubarbDessert #SpringBaking #CreamyBars #DessertRecipes #YummyTreats #BakingJoy

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Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

¼ tsp salt

1 ½ cups rhubarb, diced

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 large egg

1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.

In a bowl, mix the flour, softened butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt until combined.

Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.

In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth.

Add in the egg and lemon juice, mixing until fluffy.

Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust.

Evenly distribute the diced rhubarb on top of the cream cheese layer.

Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are golden and the center is set.

Allow to cool before slicing into bars.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Servings: 12 bars