Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp - Weekend at the Cottage
Ingredients
- For the fruit
- 4 cups fresh strawberries
hulled, halved and sliced
- 3 cups chopped rhubarb
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
- For the crisp topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup oat flour or unbleached all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
packed
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup of butter
chilled and cut into chunks
- For the fruit
- 4 cups fresh strawberries
hulled, halved and sliced
- 3 cups chopped rhubarb
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
- For the crisp topping
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup oat flour or unbleached all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
packed
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup of butter
chilled and cut into chunks
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375˚ F with the oven rack in the middle position.
- 2
Put the strawberries and rhubarb in a medium bowl and toss together. Sprinkle with sugar and flour, then toss to coat.
- 3
Place oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt in a bowl and stir together. Add chunks of butter. Using your fingers, rub mixture together until blended and crumbly.
- 4
Spill the fruit mixture into an 8 x 11-inch or 8 x 8-inch oven-safe baking dish, spreading it out in even layer. Scatter the topping over the fruit mixture.
- 5
Transfer to oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the fruit is soft and bubbling, and the topping is pale golden and crunchy. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
- 6
Preheat the oven to 375˚ F with the oven rack in the middle position.
- 7
Put the strawberries and rhubarb in a medium bowl and toss together. Sprinkle with sugar and flour, then toss to coat.
- 8
Place oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt in a bowl and stir together. Add chunks of butter. Using your fingers, rub mixture together until blended and crumbly.
- 9
Spill the fruit mixture into an 8 x 11-inch or 8 x 8-inch oven-safe baking dish, spreading it out in even layer. Scatter the topping over the fruit mixture.
- 10
Transfer to oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the fruit is soft and bubbling, and the topping is pale golden and crunchy. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp - Weekend at the Cottage
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About this Recipe
Craving a dessert that's both comforting and bursting with the vibrant flavors of spring? This Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp delivers that fantastic, homemade taste with minimal fuss, making it the perfect treat for any occasion. Forget complicated pies; this recipe brings together classic fruit flavors in an approachable way that promises pure satisfaction.
Why This Crisp Works So Well
You'll quickly understand why this crisp becomes a go-to favorite. The genius of this recipe lies in its balanced simplicity: it effortlessly combines the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries with the signature tangy bite of fresh rhubarb. Nestled beneath a golden, crumbly topping, the juicy fruit mixture truly shines. The contrast between the tender, bubbling fruit and the perfectly crisp, oat-studded crust creates an irresistible textural and flavor experience that will have everyone asking for more. Don't forget, its simplicity means more time to enjoy those fantastic flavors!
What to Expect from This Delightful Dessert
Prepare for a sensory delight that awakens the palate. Each spoonful of this Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp offers a delightful symphony where the luscious, tender strawberries melt into the distinct, tart rhubarb. This sweet-tart fruit base is beautifully crowned by a rich, crumbly topping made with rolled oats, brown sugar, and a hint of warming cinnamon. You'll savor the irresistible crunch of the topping against the soft, warm fruit filling, creating a dessert that feels both rustic and refined. It's a naturally appealing dish that brings warmth and joy to any table.
Customization & Variations for Your Pantry
This crisp is wonderfully adaptable to what you have on hand. For the crisp topping, if oat flour isn't readily available, you can seamlessly substitute it with unbleached all-purpose flour without compromising on the delicious crunch. While the classic strawberry and rhubarb pairing is beloved, feel free to experiment with other berries alongside the rhubarb, though remember strawberries are specified here. You might also consider adding a touch of ground ginger to the fruit mixture for an extra layer of warmth, or a handful of chopped nuts like pecans to the crisp topping for added texture.
Serving This Comforting Treat
This Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp is ideal for a comforting family dessert, a welcoming contribution to a potluck, or the perfect sweet finish to a weekend meal. Its inviting aromas and delightful flavors make it a crowd-pleaser. For the ultimate experience, be sure to serve it warm, especially with a generous scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream – it truly completes the fantastic flavor journey.