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Easy Warm Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Recipe with Vanilla Ice Cream for Perfect Dessert

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A quick and easy warm strawberry rhubarb crisp topped with a buttery oat topping and served with vanilla ice cream. This cozy dessert balances tart rhubarb with sweet strawberries for a comforting treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (about 600g)
  • 3 cups fresh rhubarb stalks, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces (about 360g)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for fruit filling)
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (90g)
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (95g) (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (110g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed (85g)
  • Vanilla ice cream (store-bought or homemade) for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter or spray an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) oven-safe baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine strawberries and rhubarb. Add granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  3. Transfer the fruit mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until blended.
  5. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with small bits of butter visible.
  6. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the fruit mixture without pressing down.
  7. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the fruit is bubbling and the topping is golden brown and crisp. Tent with foil if topping browns too quickly.
  8. Let the crisp cool for about 10 minutes to thicken the fruit juices.
  9. Serve warm with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Keep butter cold when making the topping for a tender, crumbly texture. Use lemon juice to brighten flavors and balance sweetness. If fruit is too juicy, add extra flour or cornstarch. For gluten-free, substitute flours accordingly. Vegan option: use coconut oil or vegan butter and dairy-free ice cream.

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