Rhubarb Crisp is a classic, easy-to-make dessert featuring tart rhubarb topped with a buttery, crumbly oat topping, baked until golden and bubbly, perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
5 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup rolled oats
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, toss rhubarb with granulated sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Spread evenly in the prepared dish.
In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
Sprinkle the oat mixture evenly over the rhubarb layer.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
Use fresh or frozen rhubarb; thaw and drain frozen rhubarb well.
Adjust sugar based on how tart your rhubarb is.
Add strawberries for a classic rhubarb-strawberry combo.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.