🍓 Rhubarb and Strawberry Crumble (A Sweet and Healthy Breakfast Treat)!

Hi friends!
If you’ve never tried rhubarb and strawberry crumble before, you’re in for a real treat. This recipe is warm, fruity, just the right amount of sweet, and secretly healthy too! It’s the kind of dish that tastes like dessert but is made with good-for-you ingredients, so you can enjoy it for breakfast, a snack, or even after dinner.

Let’s get into this super simple, one-dish wonder!

🧁 Method

Prep the Crumble

First, let’s make the crumble topping. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, rolled oats, cinnamon, melted coconut oil, honey, and a pinch of salt. Use a spoon at first to mix everything together, but then go ahead and use your hands to gently squeeze and combine the ingredients. Using your hands makes it easier to get a crumbly texture, which is exactly what we want. The mixture should feel soft but slightly chunky this is what gives that yummy golden topping when it bakes!

Prepare the Fruit

Next, get your fruit ready. Wash the strawberries and rhubarb really well under cold water. Then, using a cutting board and knife, chop the strawberries into quarters or halves depending on their size. Slice the rhubarb into small pieces, about the same size as the strawberries. This step is important so everything cooks evenly. Once cut, add the strawberries and rhubarb directly into your baking dish.

Sweeten and Spice

Now it’s time to bring out the flavor! Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of cinnamon over the fruit in the baking dish. Then drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey on top. Use a spoon (or clean hands) to gently mix the fruit, cinnamon, and honey together right inside the dish. This will help coat the fruit evenly and give it that sweet and slightly spiced flavor.

Top It Off

Once your fruit is ready, it’s time to add the crumble topping. Grab handfuls of the oat mixture and sprinkle it over the fruit, making sure to spread it out evenly. Try to cover all the fruit so that each bite gets a little of the crispy topping. You don’t need to press it down just let it sit loosely on top.

Bake It

Preheat your oven to 190°C (or 375°F) before placing the baking dish in. Bake your crumble for about 35 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the top is golden brown and the fruit underneath is bubbling around the edges. That bubbling means the fruit has softened and turned sweet and jammy perfect!

Cool Slightly & Serve

After baking, take the crumble out of the oven and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes. This cooling time helps the crumble set and also keeps you from burning your mouth. When it’s ready, scoop some into a bowl and enjoy it warm. It’s even better with a spoonful of Greek yogurt or some extra fresh strawberries on top!

🛠 Necessary Tools

Here’s what you’ll need:

  • A medium mixing bowl
  • A cutting board and knife
  • A baking dish
  • A spoon (or your hands!)
  • Measuring spoons and a kitchen scale (if you want to be exact)

🍓 Rhubarb and Strawberry Crumble (A Sweet and Healthy Breakfast Treat)!

Recipe by Jay RehakCuisine: BritishDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

35

minutes
Total time

45

minutes

Ingredients

  • 400g strawberries (fresh is best!)

  • 3 stalks of rhubarb

  • 100g oat flour (you can make this by blending oats)

  • 50g rolled oats

  • 30g coconut oil, melted

  • 30g honey (plus 1 extra tbsp for the fruit)

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • Pinch of salt

Directions

  • Prep the crumble: In a bowl, mix together the oat flour, rolled oats, cinnamon, melted coconut oil, honey, and a pinch of salt. Use your hands to gently squish and mix everything together until it feels crumbly. This is the topping!
  • Prepare the fruit: Wash and chop the strawberries and rhubarb into small pieces. Add them to a baking dish.
  • Sweeten and spice: Sprinkle 1 tsp of cinnamon and 1 tbsp of honey over the fruit. Give it a gentle mix right in the dish.
  • Top it off: Add the crumble mixture over the top of the fruit, spreading it out so it covers everything.
  • Bake it: Place the dish in the oven at 190°C (about 375°F) and bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the fruit is bubbling.
  • Cool slightly & serve: Let it cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. It’s extra tasty with a dollop of yogurt and some fresh strawberries on top!

Notes

  • Don’t skip mixing the crumble by hand – it helps everything blend better and gives you the best texture.
  • Make sure to chop the rhubarb and strawberries small so they cook evenly.
  • Keep an eye on the oven around the 30-minute mark – some ovens cook faster, and you don’t want the top to burn.
  • Let it cool before eating – the fruit gets really hot and needs a few minutes to set.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

  • For Breakfast: Enjoy warm with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.
  • As a Snack: Let it cool and eat it cold – still delicious!
  • For Dessert: Add a scoop of vanilla yogurt or light ice cream.
  • Sprinkle extra cinnamon or chopped nuts for more flavor and crunch.

🧠 Fun Fact

Did you know rhubarb is actually a vegetable, even though we use it like a fruit in desserts? It has a sour taste on its own, but when you mix it with sweet strawberries and honey, it turns into something amazing!

✅ Conclusion

This Rhubarb and Strawberry Crumble is one of my favorite go-to recipes because it’s easy, healthy, and full of flavor. Whether you’re starting your day or finishing a meal, this dish feels cozy and satisfying. Plus, it’s a great way to use seasonal fruits!

Give it a try and let me know how you like it. Happy baking!

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