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Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with Oatmeal

7 Powerful Secrets for the Best Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with Oatmeal Topping (Spring Dessert)

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This Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with Oatmeal Topping (Spring Dessert) is the ultimate spring baking recipe featuring sweet strawberries, tart rhubarb, and a golden buttery oat crumble. The filling bakes thick and jammy while the oatmeal topping turns perfectly crisp and crunchy. Easy to prepare, freezer-friendly, and ideal for spring gatherings, this fruit crisp delivers balanced flavor, bakery-quality texture, and reliable results every time. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for the perfect seasonal dessert.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Filling
4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
3 cups fresh rhubarb, sliced into ½-inch pieces
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup light brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

For the Oatmeal Topping
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup light brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine strawberries, rhubarb, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Toss until evenly coated and glossy.

  • Transfer fruit mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

  • In another bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.

  • Add cold cubed butter. Cut butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces.

  • Sprinkle the oatmeal topping evenly over the fruit. Do not press down.

  • Bake for 40–45 minutes until the topping is deep golden brown and the filling bubbles thickly at the edges.

 

  • Remove from oven and allow to cool for at least 20–30 minutes before serving to allow filling to thicken properly.

Notes

• Use cold butter for a crisp, crumbly topping.
• If using frozen fruit, thaw and drain excess liquid first.
• For extra crunch, add ¼ cup chopped pecans or almonds to the topping.
• Let the crisp rest before serving to prevent a runny filling.
• Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

  • Author: SOFIA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American