Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Easy Recipe Wellplated Com

Whether it occurred by happy accident or brilliant intention, the combo of strawberries and rhubarb is harmonic bliss. We owe a debt of gratitude (and extra large serving of crisp) to whomever first paired them.

Strawberry and rhubarb is so good together, because the sweetness and jamminess of the strawberries is a fantastic pairing with the tartness of the rhubarb.Together, these ingredients taste better and more complex.

The crown on our bubbly strawberry rhubarb filling is a golden, glorious crisp topping.

It has great-big clusters of crumbs and reminds me of a giant oatmeal cookie.For more of a classic, crumbly crisp topping, check out this Peach Crisp.

Like my top-rated Strawberry Pie and Strawberry Oatmeal Bars, this is a healthy strawberry dessert recipe compared to most. It boasts:

A higher ratio of naturally sweet strawberries to tart rhubarb, so you can get away with less sugar.Naturally sweetened with honey.Greek yogurt replaces some of the butter in the topping.Subtle enhancements, like shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and orange zest ensure you don’t miss a speck of flavor.

How to Make Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

A little sweet, a little tart, a little crunchy, what’s not to love? Served smothered in vanilla ice cream for dessert, with yogurt for breakfast, or eat it cold right out of the refrigerator for whenever no one is watching (I most definitely do this with Crock Pot Apple Crisp).

The Ingredients

Strawberries. More vitamin C than an orange along with folate, potassium, and manganese, strawberries are one of my most used fruits during the summer for everything from Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie to Strawberry Scones. Rhubarb. Often mistakenly classified as a fruit, this sour-tasting root vegetable is packed with vitamin K, fiber, and calcium. (These Rhubarb Scones are another way I love to enjoy this ingredient.)

Honey. Bubbles and thickens along with the fruit as it bakes and further cuts through the tartness of the rhubarb.Orange. I LOVE orange with strawberry and cinnamon. If you’ve never tried this pairing before, you’re missing out!

Vanilla. Enhances and elevates the flavors of the fruit and honey.Flour. For both thickening the fruit base and creating that irresistibly crunchy cinnamon-spiced topping. I like to use white whole wheat flour for extra fiber, iron, and protein but you can also use all purpose.Rolled Oats. Add lovely crunchy, texture, and chew making this the BEST rhubarb strawberry crisp topping you’ll ever sink your teeth into. (It’s also key to this Slow Cooker Triple Berry Crisp.)

Shredded Coconut. An unexpected addition that’s a deviation from most classic strawberry rhubarb crisp recipes (but it’s one I guarantee you’re going to love).

Brown Sugar. Sweetens the topping and adds lovely depth with some subtle molasses flavor and aroma. (As in this Vegan Apple Crisp.)Cinnamon. Warmly spices the topping and makes your kitchen smell divine.Greek Yogurt. I swapped a portion of the butter for healthy, protein-filled Greek yogurt to cut back on the fat without sacrificing moisture or flavor.Butter. Because even a healthy strawberry rhubarb crisp recipe (and Cherry Crisp) needs a little butter.

Ice Cream. If you so desire. A scoop of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt is a totally dreamy way to finish this warm, cozy fruit crisp recipe.

The Directions

Storage Tips

To Store. Leftover crisp can be covered and refrigerated for 4 days.To Freeze. Place crisp in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container for up to 1 month. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.To Reheat. Warm on a microwave-safe plate until heated through. You may also place it in a 350 degree F oven until warm.

Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe

Mixing Bowls. A simple set of everyday mixing bowls are a kitchen necessity for sweet and savory recipes alike.Strawberry Huller. Not necessary but wonderfully convenient if you prep as many strawberries as I do in our house.Baking Dish. This is my all-time favorite 9×9 pan for everything from One Bowl Brownies to Mexican Cornbread.

To my husband: Thank you for showing me what love is every day by your example, and for loving me equally, whether I serve us a fancy cake, a strawberry rhubarb crisp, or a sleeve of Oreo cookies for dessert. I’m so glad you’re the one eating them beside me on the couch.

I have the best luck sourcing it at our local farmers market when it’s in season. Otherwise, we have a specialty grocery store in town as well as a natural food store that often stocks it fresh when in-season and frozen during the off-season.If all else fails, you can also make this crisp with all strawberries. See my Strawberry Crisp for a recipe.