Rhubarb & custard crunch

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Rhubarb & custard crunch
60 min.
6
172kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful dessert that perfectly blends sweet, tart, and creamy flavors, then our Rhubarb & Custard Crunch is the answer! This vegetarian and gluten-free treat is an ideal way to highlight the unique taste of rhubarb, a fruit that often wows taste buds with its natural tartness. Paired with luscious custard and a satisfying crunch from our homemade honey crunch granola, this dish promises a delightful experience in every spoonful.

In just an hour, you can whip up a beautiful presentation that serves six, making it perfect for gatherings, dinner parties, or a cozy night in. The vibrant colors of the roasted rhubarb against the smooth custard and crunchy topping create a visually appealing dessert that's as mouthwatering to look at as it is to eat. At only 172 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that leaves you craving more.

Whether you're a rhubarb enthusiast or simply looking to try something new, this recipe is straightforward and achievable, even for novice cooks. With minimal equipment and easily accessible ingredients, you can impress friends and family with your culinary skills and serve up an exquisite dessert that encapsulates the essence of homemade goodness. Don't miss out on this charming treat—let's get started and explore the delightful world of Rhubarb & Custard Crunch!

Ingredients

  • 450 rhubarb trimmed cut into chunks
  • 85 sugar 
  • 500 custard sauce canned
  • 0.5  honey well (see 'Goes with')

Equipment

  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. First make the Honey crunch granola with almonds & apricots (see 'Goes well with'). You'll need half the granola for this recipe.
  2. Heat oven to 150C/130C fan/gas
  3. Arrange the rhubarb in a roasting tin just big enough to hold it all in a single layer, scatter with the sugar and cover with foil.
  4. Bake for 15-20 mins until just tender, then cool in the tin.
  5. Spoon a little rhubarb into the base of 6 glasses or pots, then top with a couple of tbsp custard.
  6. Sprinkle over some granola, then repeat the layers to fill the glasses.

Nutrition Facts

Calories172kcal
Protein9.05%
Fat17.97%
Carbs72.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.66
Glycemic Load
15.56
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.7930434164794%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.63mg
Epicatechin
0.38mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:172.21kcal
8.61%
Fat:3.53g
5.43%
Saturated Fat:1.73g
10.83%
Carbohydrates:32.25g
10.75%
Net Carbohydrates:30.9g
11.24%
Sugar:19.05g
21.16%
Cholesterol:42.5mg
14.17%
Sodium:73.14mg
3.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4g
8%
Vitamin K:22.14µg
21.09%
Calcium:180.48mg
18.05%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.27%
Phosphorus:118.84mg
11.88%
Potassium:388.83mg
11.11%
Selenium:5.91µg
8.44%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.67%
Vitamin C:6.08mg
7.37%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.22%
Vitamin D:1µg
6.67%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.46%
Magnesium:22.33mg
5.58%
Fiber:1.35g
5.4%
Vitamin A:228.17IU
4.56%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.39%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.57%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.34%
Folate:12.75µg
3.19%
Iron:0.46mg
2.53%
Copper:0.04mg
2.09%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.68%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.68%