why make this recipe
This rhubarb crisp is simple and fresh. It uses few ingredients and cooks in one dish. You get tart fruit and a crunchy oat topping. It works for a weeknight dessert or a treat for guests.
introduction
Pioneer Woman Rhubarb Crisp brings bright rhubarb flavor with a warm, crumbly topping. The fruit filling is tangy and sweet, and the oat topping adds a nice crunch. If you like easy oven desserts, you might also enjoy a crispy baked potato skins with bacon and green onions for a savory side on the same night.
how to make Pioneer Woman Rhubarb Crisp
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Butter a baking dish.
- Mix the rhubarb, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, and lemon juice in a bowl until the fruit is coated. Pour the filling into the buttered dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Cut the cold cubed butter into the dry mix until it looks crumbly.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the rhubarb filling.
- Bake at 375°F for 35–40 minutes, until the topping is golden and the filling bubbles.
- Let the crisp cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Ingredients :
- 4 cups chopped rhubarb (fresh or frozen, drained)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
Directions :
Mix filling ingredients and pour into a buttered baking dish. In a separate bowl, combine topping ingredients and cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle topping over filling. Bake at 375°F for 35-40 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
how to serve Pioneer Woman Rhubarb Crisp
Serve warm or at room temperature. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. You can also serve it with plain yogurt for a lighter touch.
how to store Pioneer Woman Rhubarb Crisp
Cover the dish with foil or plastic wrap and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat single servings in the microwave for 20–30 seconds, or warm the whole dish in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes.
tips to make Pioneer Woman Rhubarb Crisp
- Use fresh rhubarb when it is in season for the best taste.
- If rhubarb is very tart, add a little more sugar to the filling.
- Keep the butter cold for a crumbly topping.
- Check the crisp at 30 minutes to avoid over-browning.
- Let it cool a bit so the filling sets before serving.
variation (if any)
- Add 1/2 cup chopped strawberries to the rhubarb for a sweeter, mixed-fruit crisp.
- Stir 1/4 cup chopped nuts (like pecans) into the topping for extra crunch.
- Swap half the oats for chopped graham crackers for a different texture.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen rhubarb?
A: Yes. Thaw and drain frozen rhubarb well before mixing so the filling is not too wet.
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes. Assemble the crisp and keep it covered in the fridge. Bake when ready, adding 5–10 minutes to the bake time if cold.
Q: Is cornstarch necessary?
A: Cornstarch helps thicken the filling. You can use 1 tablespoon of flour instead, but the filling may be less clear.
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Yes. Use gluten-free oats and substitute a gluten-free flour blend for the all-purpose flour.
Q: How do I know when it is done?
A: The topping should be golden and the filling should bubble at the edges.
Pioneer Woman Rhubarb Crisp
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A simple and fresh rhubarb crisp with a crunchy oat topping, perfect for weeknight desserts or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped rhubarb (fresh or frozen, drained)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Butter a baking dish.
- Mix the rhubarb, granulated sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, and lemon juice in a bowl until the fruit is coated. Pour the filling into the buttered dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Cut the cold cubed butter into the dry mix until it looks crumbly.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the rhubarb filling.
- Bake at 375°F for 35–40 minutes, until the topping is golden and the filling bubbles.
- Let the crisp cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature, with optional toppings like vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg