Rhubarb Crisp

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Rhubarb Crisp
45 min.
8
357kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful Rhubarb Crisp that combines the tartness of fresh rhubarb with a buttery, crunchy topping! Perfectly vegetarian, this dessert is an easy-to-make treat that your whole family will love. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this classic dish that yields a generous 8 servings, making it ideal for gatherings and dinner parties.

The magic of this recipe lies in its contrasting textures and flavors. The vibrant rhubarb provides a tangy base, balanced beautifully by a sweet, crumbly topping made with toasted almonds, brown sugar, and just the right hint of cinnamon. The addition of lemon peel brightens the dish, infusing it with a refreshing twist that elevates the overall experience. Not only is this Rhubarb Crisp a crowd-pleaser, but it’s also relatively healthy, coming in at only 357 calories per serving, allowing you to satisfy your dessert cravings without the guilt.

Whether served warm from the oven à la mode with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed on its own, this Rhubarb Crisp is sure to become a beloved recipe in your dessert repertoire. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a sweet masterpiece that speaks to the heart of home cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds toasted chopped (see notes)
  • 0.3 cup firmly brown sugar packed
  • 0.3 lb butter cold cut into chunks
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • pounds rhubarb rinsed ends trimmed cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • blender
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, the brown sugar, almonds, lemon peel, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and the salt. With a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, at low speed, or with your fingers, beat or rub in butter until mixture forms coarse crumbs and begins to come together.
  2. In large bowl, mix rhubarb, remaining 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.
  3. Pour into an 8-inch square baking pan and spread level.
  4. Sprinkle evenly with flour mixture.
  5. Bake in a 375 regular or convection oven until juices are bubbly and topping is golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes (40 to 45 minutes in convection oven).

Nutrition Facts

Calories357kcal
Protein5.05%
Fat39.96%
Carbs54.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.89
Glycemic Load
26.57
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.307391256094%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.22mg
Catechin
2.58mg
Epigallocatechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.63mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.68mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.24mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:357.03kcal
17.85%
Fat:16.42g
25.26%
Saturated Fat:7.71g
48.19%
Carbohydrates:50.85g
16.95%
Net Carbohydrates:47.14g
17.14%
Sugar:33.32g
37.02%
Cholesterol:30.48mg
10.16%
Sodium:170.96mg
7.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.67g
9.34%
Vitamin K:34.32µg
32.69%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.57%
Vitamin E:2.94mg
19.58%
Fiber:3.71g
14.83%
Calcium:135.52mg
13.55%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.11%
Potassium:423.09mg
12.09%
Vitamin C:9.4mg
11.4%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.97%
Magnesium:42.23mg
10.56%
Selenium:7.29µg
10.42%
Folate:41µg
10.25%
Vitamin A:470.66IU
9.41%
Vitamin B3:1.6mg
8.02%
Phosphorus:79.57mg
7.96%
Iron:1.39mg
7.71%
Copper:0.14mg
7.21%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.49%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.52%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.33%
Source:My Recipes