If you are looking for some tasty new ways to use rhubarb, you are in the right place. These are the best rhubarb desserts for spring and beyond. There is everything from pies to crisps and brownies. You are bound to find a new favorite rhubarb recipe in this collection.
Every spring, rhubarb pops up and reminds me just how much I love it. It is one of those ingredients that seems a little strange at first glance, but once you pair it with the right amount of sugar and a buttery topping, it is absolutely magical.
The sweet and tart combination is hard to beat, and it works in so many more ways than you might expect. Whether you are a longtime rhubarb lover or just starting to come around to spring’s most interesting vegetable, there is something in this collection for you.
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From a classic crisp with a brown sugar oat topping to a fudgy batch of brownies with a surprising rhubarb twist, these recipes really let that tart flavor shine. There are rustic cobblers, creamy pies, and even a dreamy bread pudding that makes the whole kitchen smell wonderful.
I also included a couple of my favorite finishing touches—a flaky pie crust and two creamy toppings—because the right accompaniment can take a good rhubarb dessert and make it truly great. Grab some fresh or frozen rhubarb and let’s get baking!
Rhubarb Recipes
Old Fashioned Rhubarb Crisp
This is the rhubarb recipe I reach for first every single spring. The filling is beautifully sweet and tart, and that brown sugar oat topping is warm, buttery, and just a little bit crunchy. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and it is just about perfect.
This one holds a special place in our house—it is one of my husband's all-time favorite desserts. A layer of tart rhubarb is covered in a sweet, buttery topping that lands somewhere between a biscuit and a cookie. It is rustic, simple, and completely satisfying.
This pie is a little unexpected and completely wonderful. The sour cream makes the filling extra creamy and enhances that natural tartness in the best possible way, while a crunchy topping ties it all together. If you are looking to change up your usual rhubarb pie, this is the one to try.
This recipe came straight from my grandma's recipe box, and it tastes exactly like it belongs there. Tart cherries and rhubarb make a bold, flavorful filling that is still beautifully balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. It is lovely with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Tart rhubarb and sweet peaches are a combination I did not know I needed until I tried it. Nestled between a flaky crust and a golden streusel topping, the fruit really gets a chance to shine. It is like spring and summer coming together in one really delicious pie.
This is classic comfort food with a bright, tart twist that makes it feel perfectly springy. The custardy filling is creamy and rich, with just enough rhubarb to keep things interesting and a little bit of crunch on top. It works beautifully with fresh or frozen rhubarb, so you can make it any time of year.
I know—chocolate and rhubarb sounds like an odd pairing, but trust me on this one. The brownies are rich and fudgy, and the bits of rhubarb add moisture and a little pop of tartness that balances everything out beautifully. This is my favorite unexpected way to use rhubarb, and it always gets people talking.
Strawberry and rhubarb add great pink color and flavor to applesauce. Sweetened with honey, this tasty sauce is great as a snack or as a side dish. You can also stir it into yogurt or oatmeal for even more flavor.
A great rhubarb pie really does start with a great crust, and this one is tender, flaky, and absolutely worth making from scratch. It is the kind of recipe you will want to keep in your back pocket for every pie season. Use it as the base for any of the pies in this roundup and you will not be disappointed.
Warm rhubarb desserts practically beg for a scoop of cold, creamy vanilla ice cream on top, and this one is wonderfully easy to make. It is egg-free, comes together with just four simple ingredients, and scoops beautifully straight from the freezer. One warm slice of rhubarb crisp or pie plus one scoop of this is spring dessert at its finest.
Sometimes all a tart, fruity dessert needs is a soft and fluffy finishing touch. This honey whipped cream is lightly sweetened with a warmth and richness that plain whipped cream just cannot match. Dollop it on rhubarb crisp, cobbler, or pie and try to resist eating it straight from the bowl.
Carlee is a busy mom that loves to share family friendly recipes. There are a mix of quick and easy Midwest comfort food meals and plenty of sweet treats.
Whether you are looking for an old fashioned recipe from Carlee's grandma's recipe box or a new meal to feed your family, you are in the right place. There are plenty of delicious recipes for every cooking skill level and amount of time available.
