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No Bake Rhubarb Cheesecake Squares with fresh rhubarb topping

No Bake Rhubarb Cheesecake Squares

A delightful dessert featuring a buttery crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a vibrant rhubarb compote that offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Course Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine American
Servings 16 squares
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients

  • 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs Use high-quality graham cracker crumbs for best results.
  • ½ cup Butter, melted Real butter enhances the flavor of the crust.
  • ¼ cup Sugar This provides sweetness to the crust.

Cheesecake Layer Ingredients

  • 8 oz Cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Adds sweetness and smoothness to the cheesecake.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances the flavor of the cheesecake.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Whipped to stiff peaks for a light texture.

Rhubarb Compote Ingredients

  • 2 cups Rhubarb, diced Fresh rhubarb is recommended for the best taste.
  • ½ cup Sugar (for compote) Balances the tartness of the rhubarb.

Instructions
 

Preparation of the Crust

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a square baking dish to form the crust.

Preparation of the Rhubarb Compote

  • In a saucepan, cook the diced rhubarb with sugar over medium heat until softened and syrupy, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Let the rhubarb compote cool completely before using it.

Preparation of the Cheesecake Layer

  • In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.

Assembly and Chilling

  • Spread the cheesecake layer evenly over the cooled crust.
  • Top it off with the rhubarb compote, spreading it gently.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free option, replace Graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookies or nut flour. To enhance flavor, infuse with lemon zest or use seasonal fruits like strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
Keyword easy dessert, No Bake Cheese Cake, No Bake Rhubarb Cheesecake, Rhubarb Dessert, Summer treat
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