American Kitchen Classic Rhubarb Pie

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1
Classic American Rhubarb Pie
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter , cut into small pieces ( chilled )
6 tablespoons ice cold water
1 1/2 lbs rhubarb , cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/3 cups sugar
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons whole milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
468
Sugar
39g
Fat
22g
Rhubarb pie is a classic American dessert that is especially popular in the Midwest. This fruit pie is made with tangy rhubarb pieces and a sweetened filling encased in a buttery pie crust. The dish is perfect for spring and summer when rhubarb is in season, but it can be enjoyed all year round. Rhubarb pie is often served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on top, making it a perfect ending to any meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add chilled butter pieces and combine using your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mix resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice-cold water and mix to form a dough.
3.On a floured surface, roll out the dough and transfer to a 9-inch pie dish.
4.In another bowl, mix rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and unsalted butter. Spoon mixture into the pie crust.
5.Put the pie in the oven and bake for 20 minutes before reducing oven temperature to 375°F then bake for another 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Brush with milk in the last 5 minutes of baking.
6.Remove pie from oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

Rhubarb pie has a unique, tangy flavor that balances sweetness perfectly.
The golden brown, buttery crust adds a satisfying crunch to the juicy filling.

CONS

The high sugar content and pastry crust make this dessert quite high in calories and fat.
The red pigment in rhubarb can also cause discolored urine in some individuals, but this is harmless and temporary.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rhubarb is an excellent source of Vitamin K, which helps with blood clotting, and Calcium, which strengthens bones and teeth. The fiber in rhubarb also promotes digestive regularity and maintains healthy cholesterol levels. However, moderation is key as rhubarb contains oxalic acid, which can be harmful when consumed in large amounts.

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