Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 pounds fresh rhubarb, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Intermediate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the rhubarb, sugars, flour, oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, and melted butter. Toss to coat evenly.
- Pour the rhubarb mixture into a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the rhubarb is tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving)
* Calories: 250
* Fat: 6 grams
* Saturated Fat: 3 grams
* Cholesterol: 25 milligrams
* Sodium: 100 milligrams
* Carbohydrates: 45 grams
* Fiber: 2 grams
* Sugar: 30 grams
* Protein: 2 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tart
- Warm and comforting
- Classic American dessert
- Perfect for any occasion
User Comments:
- "This crisp is absolutely delicious! The rhubarb is perfectly tender and the topping is crunchy and flavorful."
- "I made this for my family last week and they loved it. It's a great dessert to serve after a hearty meal."
- "I added a scoop of vanilla ice cream to my crisp and it was heavenly. The cold ice cream perfectly complemented the warm crisp."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overbake the crisp, or the topping will become hard.
- If you do not have fresh rhubarb, you can use frozen rhubarb instead. Simply thaw the rhubarb before using.
- If you want a crispier topping, add more rolled oats.
- If you want a sweeter crisp, add more sugar.
- You can also add other spices to the topping, such as ginger or allspice.
