Description
A classic Rhubarb Crumble recipe combining tart rhubarb with a crumbly, buttery topping baked to golden perfection. This easy dessert is perfect for using up rhubarb stalks and is delicious served warm with custard or ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 500 g Rhubarb (approximately, chopped into thumb-sized pieces)
- 50 ml Orange Juice (approx. half an orange)
- 2 tbsp Caster Sugar (Superfine Sugar)
Crumble Topping
- 200 g Self-raising Flour
- 100 g Butter or Block Margarine (cold)
- 100 g Caster Sugar (Superfine Sugar)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C for fan-assisted ovens, Gas Mark 5 or 350°F) to ensure it is at the right temperature when ready to bake.
- Prepare Rhubarb: Chop the rhubarb into thumb-sized pieces and evenly spread them in your baking dish, compacting so there are no large gaps.
- Add Sugar and Orange Juice: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of caster sugar evenly over the rhubarb, then pour the orange juice on top to add sweetness and a slight citrus flavor. Set aside while preparing the crumble topping.
- Make Crumble Topping: In a large bowl, combine the self-raising flour and cold butter or margarine. Using your fingertips, rub them together until the texture resembles rough sand. Stir in 100 grams of caster sugar thoroughly.
- Assemble: Spoon the crumble topping evenly over the rhubarb, covering all pieces completely. Gently press the mixture with your fingertips to compact slightly but retain a textured, bumpy surface.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the crumble topping is golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the crumble to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy it warm, ideally with custard or ice cream, or simply on its own.
Notes
- This crumble is an excellent way to use up any rhubarb stalks you have on hand.
- Serving with custard or vanilla ice cream enhances the dessert.
- The crumble topping can be adjusted by adding rolled oats or nuts for extra texture if desired.
- Ensure the butter is cold for the best crumble texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
