51 Sweet and Tart Rhubarb Dessert Recipes

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51 Sweet and Tart Rhubarb Dessert Recipes2/51 Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Test Kitchen Approved Quick Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Recipe photo by Laura Scherb for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Strawberries and rhubarb combine to create the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness for this quick-to-assemble dessert. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to create a fruity, creamy delight. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 3/51 Rhubarb Crisp 88 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Rhubarb Crisp Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings

It’s quick and easier to make than pie

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I found this strawberry rhubarb crisp recipe on a box of Quaker Oats about 20 years ago. It’s quick and easier to make than pie. It’s versatile, too, because you can add strawberries in spring or apples in fall. I usually pop it into the oven shortly before we sit down to eat so it’s still warm for dessert! It’s best topped with a scoop of ice cream. —C.E. Adams, Charlestown, New Hampshire 4/51 Rhubarb Crumble Ice Cream 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Rhubarb Crumble Ice Cream Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Total Time 35 min Servings 1-1/2 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Total Time 35 min Servings 1-1/2 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This rhubarb crumble ice cream combines two of my favorite desserts into one fantastic creation! If you close your eyes, it actually tastes like you’re taking a bite of fresh rhubarb crumble with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Throw this into a waffle cone and enjoy a classic summertime treat! —Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta 5/51 Rhubarb Cobbler Test Kitchen Approved Easy Rhubarb Cobbler Recipe photo by Sheri Silver for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From

You’ll love the sweet-tart filling nestled under rich homemade biscuits

the Recipe Creator: When fresh, red-tinged rhubarb stalks are in season, bake up a tempting cobbler. You’ll love the sweet-tart filling nestled under rich homemade biscuits. The baking aroma is irresistible. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 6/51 Strawberry Rhubarb Cream 26 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Rhubarb Cream Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend gave me this recipe a long time ago. It’s rich and creamy yet refreshing. I make this often in early summer when rhubarb is readily available. —Norma DesRoches, Warwick, Rhode

For larger squares, cut into nine bars instead of 16

Island 7/51 Strawberry Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These cheesecake bars layer a buttery pecan shortbread crust with a rich and creamy filling and sweet-tart strawberry rhubarb jam. For larger squares, cut into nine bars instead of 16. —Amanda Scarlati, Sandy, Utah 8/51 Rhubarb Fritters 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I got this recipe

from my niece’s son

from my niece’s son. Since we live in apple country, we have enjoyed apple fritters for many years. This rhubarb treat is a nice change for spring when apples are few and rhubarb is plentiful. —Helen Budinock, Wolcott, New York 9/51 Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Torte 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Torte Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Rhubarb is probably one of the hardiest plants, especially in northern states like mine. It has a tart taste to it, which we really enjoy in our family.

Offer it to a friend with a warm cup of tea

Every time I’ve served this rhubarb torte to someone who’s never had it before, I wind up writing out the recipe for them—and it’s my pleasure to share it! -Katherine Kambach, Selby, South Dakota 10/51 Blueberry Rhubarb Country Tart 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Blueberry Rhubarb Country Tart Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When the rhubarb comes in, mix it with blueberries for a rustic and bubbly tart. Offer it to a friend with a warm cup of tea. —Jeanne Ambrose, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 11/51 Rhubarb

I like the sudden hit of sweetness when you bite into the white chips

Cranberry Cookies 5 Reviews Rhubarb Cranberry Cookies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings about 5-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like the sudden hit of sweetness when you bite into the white chips. It really complements the tart flavor from the rhubarb and cranberries. —Elaine Scott, Lafayette, Indiana 12/51 Strawberry-Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry-Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I prepare this colorful dessert quite often in the late spring

or summer when fresh rhubarb is abundant

or summer when fresh rhubarb is abundant. I make this rhubarb cake with cake mix and take it to church potlucks. People actually line up for a piece. —Bonnie Krogman, Thompson Falls, Montana Discover more of our favorite rhubarb cake recipes. 13/51 Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Cake 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My great-aunt gave me this rhubarb cake recipe. It’s especially delicious when rhubarb is in season, and tastes even better with the old-fashioned milk topping. But you’ll love it even with frozen rhubarb

and “modern-day” whipped topping!

and “modern-day” whipped topping! —Mairlyn Homola, Hazel, South Dakota 14/51 Rhubarb Dumplings 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love to try new recipes. When I served these at a recent family gathering, I got lots of compliments. —Elsie Shell, Topeka, Indiana 15/51 Rhubarb-Filled Cookies 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings about 4-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I won a blue ribbon at our local fair for these tender cookies. They’re so pretty with the

ruby-red filling peeking through the dough

ruby-red filling peeking through the dough. Try making these special cookies and watch the smiles appear. —Pauline Bondy, Grand Forks, North Dakota 16/51 Contest-Winning Rhubarb Meringue Pie 16 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Contest-Winning Rhubarb Meringue Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband’s grandmother was an excellent cook, but she didn’t always share her secrets. Luckily, we have her rhubarb pie recipe. I added one of my favorite crusts and a never-fail meringue. —Elaine Sampson, Colesburg, Iowa 17/51 Danish Rhubarb Pudding

It’s one of my favorite traditional Danish desserts

1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Danish Rhubarb Pudding Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My grandmother used to make this pudding. It’s one of my favorite traditional Danish desserts. —Kay Sundheim, Nashua, Montana 18/51 Rhubarb Mallow Cobbler 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mom used to make this cobbler every year when I was growing up. Now we take fresh rhubarb to my son in Texas so he can share this recipe

with his family

with his family. —Judy Kay Warwick, Webster City, Iowa 19/51 Nut-Topped Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A sweet, crispy topping highlights these tender muffins that are filled with two favorite spring foods, rhubarb and strawberries. They’re perfect for a brunch or a grab-and-go breakfast. —Audrey Stallsmith, Hadley, Pennsylvania 20/51 Cherry Rhubarb Crunch 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cherry Rhubarb Crunch Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband’s grandmother

Now my children dig in, too!

gave me this recipe, along with a bundle of rhubarb, when we were first married. I had never cared for rhubarb, but after trying this dessert, I changed my mind. Now my children dig in, too! —Sharon Wasikowski, Middleville, Michigan 21/51 Macaroon-Topped Rhubarb Cobbler 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Crumbled macaroons are a surprising addition to this cobbler’s topping. We love that you can make the sweet treat in a baking dish or a cast-iron skillet. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen 22/51 Rhubarb Fool with Strawberries

Try my quick version with rhubarb and berries

3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A fool is a classic British and Irish dessert that’s usually made with whipped cream and cooked fruit. Try my quick version with rhubarb and berries. —Cheryl Miller, Fort Collins, Colorado 23/51 Strawberry Rhubarb Dump Cake 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Rhubarb Dump Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It always seems like my rhubarb goes bad in a hurry,

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