Description
Delight in the taste of spring with this Dutch Rhubarb Pie, featuring a buttery, flaky crust enveloping a sweet and tangy rhubarb filling. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weekends, this pie is an impressive yet easy dessert that even novice bakers can master. The vibrant flavor of fresh rhubarb pairs beautifully with cinnamon, while optional sliced almonds add a satisfying crunch. Serve it warm with ice cream or at room temperature for an afternoon treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and granulated sugar. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the egg yolk and knead gently until a dough forms. Press into a greased 9-inch pie dish and prick the base with a fork.
- Pre-bake the crust for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- While the crust bakes, mix chopped rhubarb, brown sugar, and cinnamon in another bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Spread the rhubarb mixture over the pre-baked crust and sprinkle sliced almonds on top if desired.
- Bake for an additional 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool slightly, then slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Dutch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg