20 Rhubarb Recipes for the Season

Here’s spring and summer’s best treat, if you can find a bunch of those magical pinkish-green stalks: Rhubarb Crisp! This homey dessert is absolute summer nostalgia: each bite is a burst of gooey, sweet tart candy topped with a golden oat crumble. Top it with melty vanilla ice cream, and there’s nothing better than scooping up heaping mouthfuls on a summer’s evening.

Nothing says summer like rhubarb pie! This recipe is our new family favorite: the filing is intensely pink and sweet tart, encased in a golden pastry crust and sprinkled with a buttery crumble topping. It’s like a rhubarb crisp and pie, all in one! Watching the sun set with a slice of this pie topped with melty vanilla ice cream will make all your summer dreams complete.

Got a load of rhubarb? If you’re not in the mood for pie or crisp, here’s a recipe that might be even better: rhubarb muffins! They’re light and fluffy, with a golden muffin top showered with crunchy streusel topping. Take a bite and they taste just like rhubarb crisp! The interior is flecked with just the right amount of sweet tart rhubarb.

This easy rhubarb compote is as delicious as it is eye-catching! The bright pink color is swoon-worthy. Serve it over waffles or pancakes, oatmeal, yogurt, or ice cream.

This irresistible Rhubarb Bread is light and fluffy, made with buttermilk to make an impossibly tender crumb. It’s flecked with just the right amount of sweet tart rhubarb, then sprinkled with a crunchy streusel topping. It’s totally dreamy, perfect for serving to guests or as a present for friends or neighbors.

This rhubarb jam is thick, tangy and sweet, made with maple syrup and brightened with a little orange juice. Chia jam is a fun way to make jam: naturally! Chia seeds are nutrient powerhouses, full of omega 3’s, and high in protein and fiber. They’re also fabulous as a natural thickening agent, and can be used for jams and smoothies.

Here's another classic rhubarb recipe: strawberry rhubarb crisp! The neon pink filling is intensely sweet tart, like a Jolly Rancher. Here’s our spin on my family recipe: a strawberry rhubarb crisp made with just enough sweetness and a crumbly cinnamon-scented oat topping. It’s cozy, homey, and so darn good.

This strawberry margarita with mint lime ice is a little toast to spring and summer. Sweet strawberries go hand in hand with tart rhubarb, proving this classic flavor combination is not just for cobbler and crisp.

These crumb bars are like a strawberry rhubarb crumble that you can eat with your hands! Combine a buttery brown sugar crust, jammy strawberry rhubarb filling, and crumbly oat topping. via Sally's Baking Addiction

This rhubarb lemon fizz is a fun, festive, and refreshing summer cocktail made with just 4 simple ingredients: rhubarb simple syrup, vodka, lemon and soda water. It can also be made alcohol-free! via Vindulge

Here's one of the most classic rhubarb recipes: strawberry rhubarb pie! This flaky pie crust encases a bright, sweet tart filling that tastes delightfully nostalgic. via Sally's Baking Addiction

This strawberry rhubarb cobbler is a magical combination of fruity-sweet strawberries and sour-tart rhubarb, tied together with a buttery cake layer. Each bite is indescribably delicious! via Spend with Pennies

This stunning stunning and delicious Riesling Rhubarb Crisp Cake has a surprise element: an oat crumble interior! The beautiful light pink frosting contrasts the light and fluffy cake. via Grandbaby Cakes

Here's a unique rhubarb recipe: meringue cups! These homemade cups are filled with vanilla bean whipped cream and roasted rhubarb! An elegant, yet surprisingly simple dessert.

What's more beautiful than a rhubarb upside down cake? Baked until golden, this cake is fluffy and moist with an fresh topping that has the perfect amount of sweetness and tartness. via Spend with Pennies

This coffee cake filled with the classic strawberry rhubarb combo and topped with a crispy crumb topping! It's a tasty rhubarb recipe that works as a dessert or afternoon snack. via Completely Delicious

Want a rhubarb recipe for breakfast? Try stuffed French toast! The custardy bread is stuffed with a sweet tart filling that makes the most decadent special breakfast or brunch. via Completely Delicious

This rhubarb ice cream balances creamy sweetness with the tartness of the swirled rhubarb puree. It's a delicious and refreshing treat that’s full of rhubarb flavor! via Bakes by Brown Sugar

A galette is a freeform tart, and it's perfect for showcasing rhubarb! Here the rhubarb is paired with an orange frangipane for the filling, which makes it taste like you bought it at a fancy bakery. via A Beautiful Plate

Want a rhubarb recipe with a pop of color? Try this rhubarb sorbet! It's fresh and fruity, made with vibrant pink rhubarb stalks, orange zest, and fresh ginger. via Simply Recipes