Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Crumble, a timeless dessert that celebrates the delightful tartness of fresh rhubarb. This easy-to-make crumble features a perfectly balanced sweet and spicy filling, topped with a buttery, crumbly layer that adds an irresistible texture. Whether served warm with creamy vanilla ice cream or enjoyed at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream, this classic dessert is sure to impress at family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can create this comforting dish that’s sure to become a family favorite for generations to come.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs rhubarb stalks, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 1/3 cups sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for crumble)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, diced into cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9"x13" baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine rhubarb pieces, sugar, flour, vanilla extract, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, and salt for the crumble topping.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Spread the rhubarb mixture evenly in the baking dish and sprinkle the crumble topping over it.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow cooling for 20–30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg