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Apple Rhubarb Crisp

A comforting dessert featuring a delightful combination of sweet apples and tart rhubarb, topped with a crunchy oat mixture for a perfect finish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 1500

Ingredients
  

Fruit Mixture
  • 3 cups chopped rhubarb Choose firm stalks with a vibrant color.
  • 3 cups chopped apples Mix with rhubarb for a sweet-tart flavor.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Enhance sweetness with a splash of acidity.
Oat Topping
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be replaced with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Substitute with honey or maple syrup, adjusting the amount.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Nutmeg or allspice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed Can be replaced with applesauce for a lower fat option.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of chopped rhubarb, 3 cups of chopped apples, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Toss to coat evenly and spread in the greased baking dish.
  3. In another bowl, combine 1 cup of rolled oats, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Mix until there are no lumps.
  4. Cut in the 1/2 cup of cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Baking
  1. Sprinkle the oat topping evenly over the fruit mixture.
  2. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruits are bubbling.
Serving
  1. Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. This dessert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months.