Sweet-Tart Rhubarb Recipes

When slender stalks of rhubarb debut every spring, bakers and dessert lovers are overjoyed—and rightfully so. Pies, cobblers, and crisps can’t be far behind. Rhubarb’s tart, distinctive flavor and ruby-red color bring new life to desserts and sweet treats, including galettes, fools, jams, compotes, chutney, and even drinks.

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Rhubarb Brown Sugar Crumble

A generous amount of oatmeal streusel tops this rhubarb crumble, providing a crunchy contrast to the tart, juicy filling.

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Rhubarb Jam with Lime & Ginger

This tangy jam is delicious on toast, but if you feel inspired, stir it into oatmeal or yogurt; use it as a topping over pancakes, waffles, or cheesecake; or go savory and use it as a glaze on roast chicken or duck.

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Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie

Spring strawberries and rhubarb are a classic combination, best showcased, in what else? A glorious, flaky double-crust pie. Bring this along to the first cookout of the season, and you won't be sorry.

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Rhubarb-Ginger Sparkler

When rhubarb is in season in early spring, make the most of its tart flavor with this spicy, pale pink cocktail. It’s easy to scale up, making it perfect for a brunch or as a signature wedding drink.

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Cinnamon-Rhubarb Muffins

Sour cream, a bit of a surprise ingredient, adds richness to these muffins, but it’s the juice released by the rhubarb that makes them so tender and moist that you can still serve them the next day.

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Rhubarb Compote with Oranges & Figs

The acidity of many citrus fruits—particularly oranges—goes well with rhubarb, so this compote is a stunning combination of flavors and colors. You can serve it chilled with cookies, or warm over vanilla ice cream.

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Rhubarb-Raspberry Galette

Rhubarb with strawberries is a time-honored combination, but raspberries actually stand up better than strawberries to the heat of the oven, so they’re perfect in this easy-as-pie galette.

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Rhubarb-Ginger Fool

This fool is indeed foolproof: Just combine the fragrant stewed rhubarb with freshly whipped cream. The ginger gives it just the zing it needs to stand out.

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