Nothing says “summertime” quite like a fresh, homemade dessert bursting with seasonal flavors. And one of our all-time favorites is the classic strawberry rhubarb crumble. It’s the perfect combination of sweet and tart, with a crisp topping that’s impossible to resist. Plus, it’s super easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. So today, we’re sharing our go-to recipe for this mouthwatering dessert. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this delicious treat!
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble
Yields: 5 to 6 servings
Prep time: 10 min
Bake time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients:
Base
4 cups strawberries sliced in half or quarters depending on the size (remove leaves)
1/2 stick Rhubarb if it's long, this one was 10 inches (chopped small )
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp arrowroot flour
Crumble
1 cup oat flour ( I use gluten free oats and I process them in the blender for about 1 min until they resemble flour )
1 cup rolled oats ( I use gluten free oats)
1/3 cup unsweetened coconut shreds
1 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp sea salt
1/4 cup avocado oil
1/4 to 1/3 cup maple syrup
2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350 F.
In the 9 inch round baking dish place the chopped strawberry, rhubarb, maple syrup, and arrowroot flour and mix well. Flatten the mixture with a spoon.
In the glass bowl mix all the crumble ingredients, oat flour, rolled oats, coconut shreds, cinnamon, salt, oil, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Mix well until the mixture is sticky and spread over the strawberry and rhubarb mixture.
Bake at 350 F for 40 minutes.
Remove and let it cool down for 10 min before serving.
Serve with ice cream or nice cream or just as is. Enjoy!
Tips and Variations:
- Serve the crumble warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate summer dessert.
- You can substitute the rhubarb for other seasonal fruits, like blueberries or peaches, for a different twist on the classic recipe.
- Add some chopped nuts to the topping for extra flavor and texture.
- If you’re short on time, you can make the filling ahead of time and freeze it until you’re ready to bake.
So there you have it – our easy and delicious recipe for a classic strawberry rhubarb crumble. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, from a backyard barbecue to a casual weeknight dinner. And with just a few simple ingredients, it’s a breeze to whip up. So what are you waiting for? Head to the farmer’s market, stock up on fresh strawberries and rhubarb, and get ready to impress your taste buds (and your friends!) with this mouthwatering treat. Happy baking!