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best rhubarb recipes - A golden brown rhubarb crumble in a ceramic baking dish, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream melting on top.

The Absolute Best Rhubarb Crumble with Orange Zest

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A simple yet utterly irresistible rhubarb crumble featuring tangy rhubarb brightened with orange zest, topped with a buttery, crispy crumble. This is one of the best rhubarb recipes for a comforting dessert.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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5 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped into 1/2 to 1-inch pieces (about 1.5 lbs)
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (for filling)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (for topping)
1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar (for topping)
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (for topping)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the chopped rhubarb with 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon orange zest. Toss gently until the rhubarb pieces are evenly coated.
Step 3: Pour the rhubarb mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 4: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Step 5: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips or a pastry blender, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
Step 6: Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the rhubarb mixture in the baking dish.
Step 7: Place the baking dish on a baking sheet and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the rhubarb filling is bubbly and tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 8: Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

For a delightful variation, add 1 cup of sliced fresh strawberries to the rhubarb filling. You can also add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the crumble topping for extra crunch. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Desserts & Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350kcal
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg
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