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Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

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This easy homemade strawberry rhubarb crisp features a sweet-tart fruit filling and a golden oat topping. It’s a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for any occasion and adaptable for gluten-free or vegan diets.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 2 cups)
  • 3 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped (about 1 lb)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Zest from 1 small orange
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 blend)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, tightly packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (or vegan butter)
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish or 2-quart casserole.
  2. In a large bowl, combine strawberries, rhubarb, granulated sugar, cornstarch, orange zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently and let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Add melted butter and stir until mixture forms damp, chunky clusters. Stir in nuts if using.
  4. Pour fruit filling into prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle oat topping over the fruit.
  5. Place dish on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 40–45 minutes, until filling is bubbling and topping is golden and crisp. Tent with foil if topping browns too quickly.
  6. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for 20–30 minutes to allow filling to set.
  7. Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold. Top with ice cream, whipped cream, or yogurt if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free, use a 1:1 flour blend and certified gluten-free oats. For vegan, use vegan butter. Add extra cornstarch if fruit is very juicy. Let crisp cool before serving for best texture. Double recipe for a crowd using a 9×13-inch pan and increase bake time by 10 minutes.

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