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Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Crunch: A Traditional Recipe

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Make this classic, comforting Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Crunch using fresh rhubarb and a simple, buttery oat topping. This recipe delivers a tender, tart filling and a satisfyingly crisp crust.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (for topping)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the cut rhubarb, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, and vanilla extract. Toss gently to coat the rhubarb evenly.
  3. Pour the rhubarb mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
  4. In a separate bowl, prepare the crunch topping. Combine the 1/2 cup flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients well.
  5. Cut in the cold butter pieces using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with some pea-sized pieces remaining. Do not overmix.
  6. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the rhubarb filling in the baking dish.
  7. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the rhubarb filling is bubbling thickly around the edges.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the rhubarb crunch cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set properly.

Notes

  • Serve this nostalgic baked rhubarb dessert warm with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of heavy cream for the best experience.
  • If your rhubarb stalks are very thick, you may need to increase the cooking time slightly.
  • For a variation, you can use 2 cups of rhubarb and 2 cups of strawberries for a traditional strawberry rhubarb crisp.

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