Easy Rhubarb Crisp: Quick & Delicious Dessert (Print Version)
Quick rhubarb crisp recipe. Enjoy a delicious, easy-to-make dessert with tart rhubarb and a sweet, buttery crumble topping. Perfect for any occasion.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Vibrant Rhubarb Filling
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6 cups rhubarb, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 lbs)
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Buttery Oat Crumble
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1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 tsp salt
→ Aromatic Accents
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. This prepares your vessel for the delicious Easy Rhubarb Crisp: Quick & Delicious Dessert.
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In a large bowl, combine 6 cups rhubarb, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 tsp pure vanilla extract. Toss gently until the rhubarb is evenly coated, creating the vibrant base for your Easy Rhubarb Crisp: Quick & Delicious Dessert.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg.
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Add 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into 1/2-inch cubes) to the dry crumble mixture. Use your fingertips or a pastry blender to cut in the butter until coarse, pea-sized crumbs form.
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Pour the prepared rhubarb filling into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly. Generously sprinkle the buttery oat crumble mixture over the entire rhubarb layer. Your Easy Rhubarb Crisp: Quick & Delicious Dessert is almost ready for the oven!
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Bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the rhubarb filling is bubbly around the edges. If the crumble browns too quickly, loosely tent the dish with aluminum foil.
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Let the Easy Rhubarb Crisp: Quick & Delicious Dessert cool on a wire rack for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set properly, ensuring perfect scoops.
# Notes:
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This crisp is heavenly served warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of freshly whipped cream.
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Store any leftover crisp covered tightly in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
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If fresh rhubarb is unavailable, you can use frozen rhubarb (do not thaw) or substitute with a mix of berries like strawberries or raspberries. Adjust sugar to taste.
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For an extra layer of flavor, try adding 1/2 tsp of ground ginger to the rhubarb filling.
# Tools You'll Need:
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9x13 inch baking dish
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Large mixing bowls
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Pastry blender or fork
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Cutting board
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Knife
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 417 kcal
Total Fat: 13 g
Total Carbohydrate: 71 g
Protein: 5 g