Description
Rhubarb Crunch is a delightful dessert that beautifully balances the tartness of fresh rhubarb with a sweet, crumbly topping. This timeless recipe features a rich brown sugar oatmeal crumble layered generously over and under the tangy filling, creating an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, Rhubarb Crunch is sure to be a hit at gatherings or as a comforting everyday dessert. Easy to prepare and perfect for making ahead, this dish will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup quick cooking oatmeal
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 cups diced rhubarb
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, oatmeal, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon until crumbly.
- Press half of the crumb mixture into a greased 9 x 9 inch or 11 x 7 inch baking pan.
- Layer the diced rhubarb evenly over the crumb mixture.
- In a small saucepan, combine white sugar, water, and cornstarch. Bring to a boil over low heat while stirring until thick and clear. Pour this sauce over the rhubarb.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top of the rhubarb filling.
- Bake in preheated oven for about one hour until golden brown. Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg