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Rhubarb Cheesecake: A Tangy Twist on a Classic Favorite

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  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A tangy and creamy rhubarb cheesecake with a buttery crust, topped with a sweet rhubarb mixture.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • 3 cups chopped rhubarb
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, ¼ cup of white sugar, and ½ cup of butter. Mix until the dough is crumbly. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.
  4. In a saucepan, combine the chopped rhubarb, ½ cup white sugar, and 1 tablespoon flour. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until the rhubarb is soft and the mixture thickens. Set aside to cool.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, ½ cup white sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
  7. Stir in the sour cream and 2 tablespoons of sugar until well combined.
  8. Pour the cream cheese filling over the baked crust in the springform pan.
  9. Spoon the rhubarb mixture evenly over the top of the cheesecake filling.
  10. Bake the cheesecake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and lightly golden.
  11. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for about an hour. Then, remove from the oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
  13. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure to let the cheesecake cool completely before refrigerating to prevent condensation from forming on the top.
  • For a smoother texture, allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature before mixing.
  • Rhubarb topping can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge until ready to assemble.
  • This cheesecake can be topped with whipped cream or fresh fruit for added flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg