Description
This Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp is a delightful dessert featuring sweet strawberries and tangy rhubarb, topped with a buttery oat crumble. It’s a classic favorite that’s easy to make and perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying just at home for a cozy evening. The balance of flavors and textures makes it a memorable treat for anyone who loves homemade desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1 1/2 cups sliced rhubarb, stems only, discard the leaves
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into cubes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, gently mix together the strawberries, rhubarb, 1 1/4 cup sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla until the fruit is evenly coated.
- Transfer the fruit mixture into an 8-inch cast iron skillet or an 8×8-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the oats, flour, 1/4 cup sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix in the chilled butter using your fingers or a pastry cutter until you have coarse crumbs.
- Spread the oat mixture evenly over the fruit layer, then bake for 30 minutes.
- Lower the oven temperature to 325 degrees and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the fruit is bubbling and the top is golden brown.
- Let the crisp cool for 10-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
Hold the rhubarb leaves, as they are toxic and should not be used.
For added flavor, consider serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
