Get ready to indulge in sheer bliss with the delectable Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Pie. This irresistible dessert combines the bright sweetness of juicy strawberries with the tangy punch of rhubarb, all encased in a flaky, buttery crust. Topping it off is a generous buttery crumble infused with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, adding a delightful crunch to every bite. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Pie is the epitome of comfort and satisfaction, making it the perfect treat for any occasion.
Easy Rhubarb Strawberry Crumble Pie
There is nothing that says Summer has just arrived like a rhubarb-strawberry pie. The two are ready to harvest about the same time so it makes sense that they were put into pie. A crumble pie gives you the best of both the pie and crumble, with a pie crust on the bottom and crumble on top.
Ingredients
Pie Filling
- 1 half pie crust recipe see notes
- 6 tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp, corn starch
- 1 1/2 cups sugar or sugar substitute
- 2 cups rhubarb cut into small pieces
- 1 tsp. nutmeg
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- .5 tsp. nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter chilled, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
Instructions
- Line a 9-inch pie dish with pie dough or use a frozen shell. Put aside. Preheat your oven to 425F.
- Mix all dry filling ingredients together and then mix with rhubarb and strawberries. Distribute the filling evenly into the pie shell. Sprinkle the nutmeg over the mixture.
- Mix the dry crumble ingredients together, then work in the butter with your fingers or 2 forks. Sprinkle the crumble on top of the pie ensuring you reach the edges.
- Place a cookie sheet on a rack below the pie and place the pie pan in the oven. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 325 degrees for 45 minutes or till done.
Notes
My Granny's Versatile Pie Dough
My granny grew up helping to feed 10 other siblings. This is just one of her pie dough recipes. This recipe uses baking powder and gingerale to create a never fail crust.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups unbleached white flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup vegetable shortening
- 3/4 cup ginger ale ice cold
Instructions
- In a large shallow bowl, sift the flour, baking powder and salt.
- Cut in the vegetable shortening with a pastry blender or two forks until all the shortening has been incorporated
- Add the ginger ale and bring together into a dough.
- Divide into two equal parts, flatten into disks and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.
Notes
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Nutrition
Serving: 30gCalories: 289kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 6mgPotassium: 133mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 262IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 1mg
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