Wisconsin Rhubarb Cheesecake
Recipe from Midwest Living

This creamy white chocolate dessert gets a jolt of red color from the fresh rhubarb. It makes a great spring or summer treat to follow a grilled meal.


Wisconsin Rhubarb Cheesecake

by 1  person


add your rating
add a comment
Servings: 12 to 14 servings
Prep Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 8 hrs 35 mins

 
savings in
 
Ingredients
  • 2-1/2 cups
    thinly sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 1/3 cup
    sugar
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 2 tablespoons
    orange juice
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 8 1-ounce squares
    white baking chocolate with cocoa butter
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 2 cups
    finely crushed graham crackers (about 20 squares)
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 1/3 cup
    butter, melted
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 3 8-ounce packages
    cream cheese, softened
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 1 16-ounce carton
    dairy sour cream
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 1/2 cup
    sugar
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 1 tablespoon
    cornstarch
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 2 teaspoons
    vanilla
    see savings
    On Sale
  • 1/2 teaspoon
    salt
    see savings
    On Sale
  • eggs
    see savings
    On Sale
  •  
    Whipped cream (optional)
    see savings
    On Sale
  •  
    White baking chocolate curls (optional)
    see savings
    On Sale
  •  
    Mint leaves (optional)
    see savings
    On Sale

Directions
1.
For sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine rhubarb, 1/3 cup sugar and orange juice. Bring just to boiling; reduce heat. Cook, uncovered, about 5 minutes or until rhubarb is tender, stirring occasionally; set aside.
2.
In a heavy small saucepan, melt white chocolate baking squares over very low heat, stirring occasionally. Set aside to cool.
3.
For crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham crackers and butter. Press crumb mixture onto the bottom and about 1-1/2 inches up the sides of a 10-inch springform pan. Wrap outside of the springform pan securely with heavy foil. Set aside.
4.
For filling: In a very large bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, vanilla and salt with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until combined after each addition. Gradually beat in melted white chocolate until combined.
5.
Pour half of the filling into crust-lined pan. Spoon 1 cup of the rhubarb sauce over the filling, spreading evenly. Top with remaining filling. Spoon remaining rhubarb sauce over filling. Using the back of a spoon, gently swirl the rhubarb mixture into the filling.
6.
Place springform pan in a large roasting pan. (Make sure there is at least 1 inch between springform pan and edges of roasting pan.) Place roasting pan on oven rack. Carefully pour enough boiling water into roasting pan to come halfway up sides of springform pan.
7.
Bake in a 350 degree F oven for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until edge of cheesecake is firm and center appears nearly set when lightly shaken. Check water level every 30 minutes, adding more water if needed. Carefully remove cheesecake pan from water bath; transfer to a wire rack and cool for 15 minutes. Remove foil. Loosen cheesecake from sides of pan by carefully running a knife around the edge of the pan. Cool cheesecake for 30 minutes more. Remove sides of pan and cool completely. Cover cheesecake with plastic wrap and chill at least 4 hours before serving.
8.
If you like, just before serving, pipe rosettes of whipped cream on the top of the cheesecake and garnish with white baking bar curls and mint. Cut into wedges. Makes 12 to 14 servings.

Make-Ahead Tip
Prepare, bake, and thoroughly cool the cheesecake. Cover tightly with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days ahead.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 586, Total Fat 42 g, Saturated Fat 26 g, Cholesterol 149 mg, Sodium 493 mg, Carbohydrate 42 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 10 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 6%, Calcium 15%, Iron 7%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Add Your Review
Related Recipe
Santa Caps
Santa Caps

Make the egg white cookies ahead so they have time to set. Decorate the the next day for a fun Christmas dessert.

 Articles
Rhubarb: Cook Once, Eat Twice
...I'm happy to see that rhubarb has starting popping up at the farmers market, which means rhubarb... chutney is on the menu this week. Traditionally rhubarb is cooked with sugar, then used in desserts... (strawberry rhubarb pie--yum!), but I also like to add rhubarb to savory dishes, too. I use it as a "barbecue... read more...
Rhubarb's All the Rage: Fresh Talk
...Everything about rhubarb -- from the odd spelling of its name to its poisonous leaves to its.... But to know its quirks is to love them. Just ask anyone who's ever downed a fat slice of strawberry rhubarb... cobbler. When treated right, rhubarb offers a tangy, rosy depth both to baked goods and savory... read more...
Who's Afraid of Strawberry Rhubarb Pie?
... rhubarb, for example. Personally, we think the tart, edible stalks taste dangerously icky, but for all... the rhubarb pie fans out there--and we share a household with more than a few--be sure none of the plant... read more...
how tos

shop our favorite products