Are you in the mood for delicious recipe ideas with summer flavor? We already have some fresh suggestions with strawberries ready for you. And the list goes on with the following Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble. This crumble cake is a delicious mix of strawberries and rhubarb topped with a buttery, sweet crumble. Delicious, isn’t it? Don’t waste any more time and find out below how you can conjure up this simple recipe yourself…
Crumble cake with strawberry and rhubarb
Rhubarb and strawberries in a tempting combination
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble is super easy to make
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble, also known as Crisp, is a quick and easy to make spring and summer dessert! There really is no better fruit combination than tart rhubarb and fresh strawberries. This homemade buttery crumble will melt in your mouth and satisfy your sugar cravings!
Making crumble cake is easy!
What is the difference between a crumble and a crisp?
Crumble and crisp are very similar. Both are indeed crumble cakes, but there is a difference. The so-called crumble has a layer of crumbles made of sugar, flour and butter. The Crisp Streusel Cake also has some sort of streusel on top, but oatmeal is added.
Prepare strawberry rhubarb crumble – recipe
Let’s now come to the recipe for today’s crumble cake and namely a strawberry rhubarb crumble cake! First you need the following ingredients…
That’s all you need
Ingredients:
For covering:
- 1 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons raw sugar
- zest of a lemon
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
For the filling:
- 1½ cups sliced rhubarb (about 1-inch slices)
- 4 cups strawberries, peeled and quartered
- juice from one lemon
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons of cornstarch
- A pinch of salt
This crumble is prepared in no time. You will need at most 1 hour. Most of that time is also baking time. So the hardest part is waiting to get the crumbles out of the oven!
If you already have all the ingredients, then you can start preparing
Cut the strawberries and rhubarb into small pieces
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 180-190°C.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, lemon zest and melted butter. Mix until lumps form; put aside.
- In a 24cm deep cake pan, combine the rhubarb, strawberries, lemon juice, sugar, cornstarch and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is incorporated.
- Pour the prepared topping over the fruit mixture.
- Place the cake tin in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 8 to 10 minutes.
That’s why this dessert is called crumble cake
Now bake the crumble cake
As you’ve already convinced yourself, making a strawberry rhubarb crumble cake is child’s play! And here are some tips to make it even easier:
How to tell when the crumble is done: The fruit should bubble a little and the topping should be crisp and golden brown. Don’t gratinate!
Plan ahead to make this dessert: Rhubarb is only available seasonally in most countries, which can sometimes make it difficult to find. I highly recommend checking out your local farmers markets or stores in your area ahead of time to see who carries it.
Replace lemon zest: Don’t have a lemon? Use an orange instead!
Buy fresh fruit and vegetables according to the seasonal calendar
Serve strawberry rhubarb crumble cake – different ways
Wondering what to serve with your crumble? The possibilities are practically endless! Here are a few:
- Ice: A scoop of vanilla ice cream is heavenly, but frozen yogurt is a great choice too!
- Fresh fruit: Add some berries to this delicious dessert – for example fresh raspberries or even blueberries.
- whipped cream: Whip the cream and refine the crumble cake!
Serve with ice and enjoy!
Reserve and reheat the strawberry rhubarb crumble
Store your homemade crumble cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
For best reheating results, preheat the oven and place the leftover cake in the oven until heated through. Don’t forget to serve it with a scoop of ice cream!
Can you freeze strawberry rhubarb crumble cake?
Absolutely! This Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble can be frozen in an airtight container for 2 to 3 months.
Enjoy your homemade strawberry and rhubarb crumble cake and have an amazing summer time!
You can find more recipe ideas with rhubarb here
Enjoy your meal!
How do you like this summery dessert?
Ice cream is also part of summer
Treat yourself to this sweet seduction!
Your homemade crumble cake can also look like this
Enjoy the strawberry rhubarb crumble with your loved ones!