Rhubarb Recipes Worth Making All Spring Long

Spring means it’s finally time to cook with rhubarb again. Whether you’re pulling it from your garden or grabbing a few stalks at the market, it’s always a welcome sight after winter. Rhubarb shows up in all kinds of recipes—from muffins and cakes to cobblers and cookies. It pairs well with berries, but it’s also great on its own when you let its tartness shine.

This post rounds up some favorite ways to bake with it, no matter how much or how little you have on hand. Some of these recipes are quick and simple, while others are worth the extra steps. There’s a mix of old-fashioned desserts and a few newer ideas, too.

Whether you like your rhubarb sweetened up with strawberries, baked under a crumbly topping, or tucked into bars for a potluck, you’ll find something that works here. These are the recipes that come out every spring for good reason—and they’re well worth keeping around.

Blueberry Rhubarb Muffins

These muffins mix sweet blueberries with tart rhubarb in a soft, moist base that holds up well for a couple of days. They’re a good choice for breakfast or a quick snack and are easy to freeze, too. If you’ve got both fruits in the fridge, this is a smart way to use them.
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Rhubarb Curd Recipe

Rhubarb curd is smooth, tangy, and perfect for spreading on toast, swirling into yogurt, or spooning over shortbread. It’s a fun alternative to lemon curd and keeps well in the fridge. A great way to use a smaller amount of rhubarb.
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Rhubarb Cookies

Soft and slightly chewy, these cookies bake up with little bites of rhubarb scattered throughout. Great for packing into lunches or keeping in a cookie jar for the week. You don’t need a lot of fruit to get good results.
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Rhubarb Cake with Streusel

A tender cake layered with chunks of rhubarb and finished with a buttery streusel topping. It holds together well and makes a nice option for brunch or a light dessert. Serve plain or with a bit of whipped cream.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins

This recipe brings together two early-season fruits in one easy bake. These muffins are soft, just sweet enough, and great warm or at room temperature. Good for a quick breakfast or packed snack.
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Crock Pot Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler

Using the slow cooker takes the pressure off while still delivering that warm, baked-fruit comfort. Strawberries and rhubarb cook down into a soft filling with a biscuit-style topping. Set it and let it do the work.
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Rhubarb Oatmeal Bars

These bars have a chewy oat base, a rhubarb filling, and a crumbly topping that bakes up golden and crisp. They’re easy to slice and travel well, making them a good option for sharing or snacking on the go.
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Magic Rhubarb Dump Cake

With a few ingredients and one pan, this “magic” bake gives you something between a cake and a cobbler. The rhubarb softens underneath while the top firms up just enough to cut cleanly. Great warm with a scoop of ice cream.
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Rhubarb Dream Bars

These bars have a shortbread base and a soft, almost custardy rhubarb topping. They slice neatly and have that old-fashioned bake sale feel. A great option for anyone who prefers their desserts not overly sweet.
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Old Fashioned Rhubarb Cobbler

This is one of those desserts that feels like it’s been around forever. Rhubarb bakes under a soft, biscuit-style topping until the filling bubbles up around the edges. Best served warm with a little cream or ice cream.
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Mid-Winter Rhubarb Cherry Crunch

Made with frozen fruit, this crisp-style dessert brings some brightness to the colder months—or whenever fresh rhubarb isn’t available. The cherry and rhubarb combo is a solid one, especially under a buttery oat topping.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Bars

These sliceable bars are layered with sweet fruit and a crumbly crust, perfect for spring gatherings or weekday snacking. They’re easy to make and travel well, so keep them in mind for potlucks and picnics.
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Rhubarb Muffins with Streusel

These muffins are light and soft with just enough crumb topping to make them feel special. The rhubarb bakes into little pockets of tartness that balance the sweet base. A solid choice for batch baking.
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Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

This classic crisp is one of the easiest ways to use rhubarb and strawberries together. The fruit bakes down until it’s bubbling, and the crumb topping turns golden. Serve warm or cold—it works either way.
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