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Rhubarb recipes

The deliciously tangy flavour of seasonal rhubarb works well in both sweet and savoury dishes. Simply stew or roast the fibrous pink stems of the plant with a little sugar or orange juice to soften and bring out the sweetness. Try rhubarb as a comforting dessert in a crumble or make elegant rhubarb and custard tarts for an afternoon tea treat.

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These beautifully bright cupcakes make the most of stunning seasonal rhubarb
Rhubarb and pistachio cupcakes
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Vibrant pink rhubarb brings delicious tart flavour that works wonderfully in this beautiful, sweet tea cake. Follow this easy baking recipe to make the most of this fantastic seasonal fruit
Soured cream and rhubarb tea cake
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Nothing says refreshing like a zesty rhubarb, raspberry and stem ginger granita. And nothing complements that dessert better than a generous dollop of cooling ginger cream.
Rhubarb, raspberry and stem ginger granita with ginger cream
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Vibrant pink stems of forced rhubarb, roasted until tender, are the prettiest topping for this zesty spring cake. Orange and rhubarb are a classic combination and polenta gives this cake a wonderful texture.
Warm orange cake with roasted rhubarb
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A seasonal spin on the classic teatime treat, gorgeously tart rhubarb is a heavenly match for creamy custard and flaky pastry in these moreish Portugese tarts
Rhubarb and custard Portuguese tarts
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This vibrant gluten-free salad is a beautiful combination of flavours and textures. The smoky mackerel flakes make a lovely contrast to the tart stalks of spiced rhubarb and horseradish-flavoured crème fraîche dressing
Warm rhubarb and mackerel salad
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Let everyone dig into their own crumble with individual servings of this timeless, fruity pud. Lemon, oats and chopped nuts add plenty of extra flavour and crunch to balance the sweet layer of fruit underneath
Rhubarb and apple oat-nut crumbles
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Be pretty in pink with this elegant rhubarb cordial. A touch of vanilla and star anise add extra flavour along with the sweet pink rhubarb. Dilute with soda water and ice for a sparkling and refreshing summer drink
Rhubarb and star anise cordial
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Popular rhubarb recipes

Rhubarb crumble
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You can’t go wrong with a classic crumble. This timeless pud is a great way to make the most of pretty seasonal rhubarb in spring, with the tangy fruit balanced by the oaty crumble topping. Best served with plenty of custard – always a winner with rhubarb.
  • Serves 4
  • 60 mins
  • 489 calories
Bakewell tart with rhubarb
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Bakewell tart is a classic British dessert that is well worth a try at home. Adding pretty pink rhubarb gives this elegant dessert a spring makeover, with a layer of sweet rhubarb compote and pink stems on top - serve with a creamy orange custard to finish
  • Serves 8
  • 80 mins
  • 658 calories
Rhubarb and custard muffins
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Bake these easy muffins for a sweet Easter teatime treat. They're packed with fresh rhubarb and sweet, creamy custard before being topped with crunchy demerara sugar.
  • Serves 12
  • 30 mins
  • 234 calories
Rhubarb sour
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Impress your other half – or have fun with friends – and enjoy this blushing pink cocktail recipe
  • Serves 2
  • 15 mins to prepare, plus cooling
  • 101 calories
Rhubarb and rosé syllabubs
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Impress your date with this decadent pudding, they'll have no idea how easy it was to put together
  • Serves 2
  • Takes 30 mins plus cooling and chilling
  • 404 calories
Rhubarb and gin sorbet
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This Spring inspired dessert is simple to make but the flavours taste much more complex and special. The sorbet is tart yet sweet with floral, fresh notes.
  • Serves 4
  • 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to make, plus freezing
  • 223 calories
Soured cream and rhubarb tea cake
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Vibrant pink rhubarb brings delicious tart flavour that works wonderfully in this beautiful, sweet tea cake. Follow this easy baking recipe to make the most of this fantastic seasonal fruit
  • Serves 6
  • 15 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook, plus cooling
  • 477 calories
Rhubarb ice cream
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Homemade rhubarb ice cream is as light and delicious as it sounds. Tangy, tasty rhubarb is simmered in a vanilla sugar syrup before being churned in a classic custard ice cream mixture. Ration yourself to two scoops to make this gorgeous dessert last the summer.
  • Serves 4
  • 15mins to prepare, 30mins to cook, 30mins of churning time plus time to cool
  • 555 calories

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