Ingredients
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup chopped rhubarb
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1 egg
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– Pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Electric mixer (or a whisk)
– 8×8 inch baking pan
– Parchment paper (optional)
– Spatula
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C), which always feels like the perfect temperature for baking something delicious. While the oven warms up, I combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and softened butter in a mixing bowl. It’s best to use an electric mixer or a whisk to get everything fluffy and combined. Once that’s done, I like to set aside about a cup of this mixture for the topping later. The rest gets pressed firmly into my greased (or lined) baking pan to form an irresistible crust. (See the next page below to continue steps…)