How to Cook Strawberry Rhubarb And Cream Bars in Easy Steps

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Strawberry rhubarb and cream bars –Hey y’all, let’s whip up something sweet and tangy that will take your taste buds on a joyride. Today, we’re making some delightful strawberry rhubarb cream cheese bars. These treats are perfect for gatherings or just when you want to treat yourself. Let’s get started!

87 Strawberry Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars

These bars blend the tartness of rhubarb with the sweetness of strawberries and a creamy kick from the cream cheese. It’s a perfect dessert that’s sure to impress. Now, let’s get into the ingredients!

Strawberry Rhubarb Cream Cheese Bars

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup chopped rhubarb
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix 1 cup of flour, ½ cup of sugar, and softened butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to create your crust.
  3. Bake the crust for about 10-12 minutes, or until it’s lightly golden brown. While it’s baking, let’s make the filling!
  4. In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until it’s smooth and creamy.
  5. Fold in the chopped rhubarb and sliced strawberries gently—be careful not to mush them up too much!
  6. Once the crust is done baking, pour the creamy mixture over the hot crust, spreading it evenly.
  7. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set and a little jiggly.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing them into squares.
  9. Enjoy these delicious bars chilled or at room temperature, and don’t forget to share (or not!).

There you go, folks! Whip these up at your next gathering, and watch them disappear. Sweet, tangy, and oh-so-creamy, these strawberry rhubarb cream cheese bars are bound to become a favorite!