Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of homemade rhubarb crisp, a delightful dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. With vibrant pink rhubarb nestled under a crunchy oat topping, this classic dish is ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped (about 1-inch pieces)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped rhubarb, granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon; toss until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon; stir in nuts if using.
- Spread the rhubarb mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the oat topping over it.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until bubbly around the edges and golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute rhubarb with other fruits like strawberries or apples for different flavor profiles. For added crunch and flavor, experiment with different types of nuts or spices in the topping.