Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare the rhubarb filling: In a medium bowl, toss the chopped rhubarb with 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Prepare the cheesecake layer: Beat the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the slightly cooled crust.
- Layer and top: Gently spoon the rhubarb mixture over the cheesecake layer. In a separate bowl, combine all oat crumble ingredients until a coarse, crumbly texture forms. Sprinkle the oat crumble evenly over the rhubarb.
- Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cheesecake is mostly set (a slight jiggle in the center is fine). Cool completely on a wire rack, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before slicing into squares.
Notes
It is crucial to chill completely before cutting to ensure clean, firm squares. If using frozen rhubarb, do not thaw it beforehand.
