Print

Easy Rustic Rhubarb Crumble Recipe With Perfect Oat Topping

easy rustic rhubarb crumble - featured image
Print Recipe

A simple and rustic rhubarb crumble with a perfectly balanced oat topping that is quick to make and deliciously comforting. This dessert combines tart rhubarb with a sweet, crunchy oat topping for a nostalgic and fresh flavor.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 cups (about 500g) rhubarb, chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped rhubarb, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Stir gently to coat all the pieces evenly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes.
  4. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the oat mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized bits.
  5. Transfer the rhubarb filling into your baking dish, spreading it evenly. Then sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the fruit without pressing down.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the topping is golden brown and the filling bubbles around the edges. If the topping bakes too fast, loosely cover with foil halfway through.
  7. Let the crumble rest for about 15 minutes before serving to allow the juices to thicken.

Notes

Use cold butter to ensure a crumbly, crisp topping. If topping bakes too fast, cover with foil halfway through baking. Let crumble rest before serving to thicken juices. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or oat flour. Vegan option: use coconut oil instead of butter and maple syrup instead of sugar. Frozen rhubarb can be used if fresh is unavailable, just thaw and drain excess liquid.

Nutrition

Keywords: rhubarb crumble, oat topping, rustic dessert, easy crumble recipe, rhubarb dessert, quick dessert, seasonal dessert

Find it online: https://dahliadishes.com/easy-rustic-rhubarb-crumble-recipe-with-perfect-oat-topping-guide/