Description
A delightful tart featuring a buttery crust, tangy rhubarb filling, and a sweet, crumbly topping – perfect for spring and early summer gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (for crust)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed (for crust)
- 1–2 tablespoons cold water (for crust)
- 3 cups chopped fresh rhubarb (for filling)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for filling)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for filling)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for crumble)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (for crumble)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (for crumble)
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed (for crumble)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom.
- To make the crust, combine flour and sugar in a bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add cold water 1 tablespoon at a time until dough comes together.
- Press dough evenly into the bottom and sides of the tart pan. Prick the base with a fork. Chill for 15 minutes.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- For the filling, toss rhubarb with sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Spoon the rhubarb filling into the pre-baked crust.
- To make the crumble, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the rhubarb filling.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the topping is golden and filling is bubbly.
- Cool tart before removing from the pan. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use a food processor for quicker dough and crumble preparation.
- Pairs beautifully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg