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A freshly baked rhubarb crisp with a golden, crunchy crumble topping in a ceramic dish.

Rhubarb Crisp with Crunchy Crumble Topping

This easy rhubarb crisp features a sweet and tart rhubarb filling topped with a buttery, crunchy crumble. It's a perfect springtime dessert that comes together quickly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
For the Rhubarb Filling
  • 6 cups fresh rhubarb, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • pastry blender or fingers
  • large bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Make the Crumble Topping
  1. Combine the flour, oats, sugars, and cinnamon in a medium bowl; then, add the cold butter and cut it in with a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Prepare the Rhubarb Filling
  1. In a large bowl, toss the rhubarb pieces with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until evenly coated.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Spread the rhubarb mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish; then, sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the rhubarb.
Serving
  1. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the rhubarb is tender and bubbly, then let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.