How to make a Strawberry and Rhubarb Crumble

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fat.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness with potential health benefits.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: gluten-free flour blend

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

oats

🥗Healthier: quinoa flakes

💰Cheaper: rolled oats

Quinoa flakes offer a gluten-free option.

Cut rhubarb into one inch pieces and place in a big bowl.

Cut strawberries in half and add to the bowl with rhubarb.

Add 1/2 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons plain flour to the fruit and stir well.

Set the fruit mixture aside.

In a separate bowl, add 1 cup plain flour and 3/4 cup rolled oats for the crisp topping.

Cut 1 stick (125 grams) of cold butter into cubes and rub it into the flour and oats until it forms fine breadcrumbs.

Add 1/2 cup brown sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder to the topping mixture and mix well with hands.

Preheat the oven to gas mark 4 (180 degrees Celsius).

Pour the fruit mixture into a crumble dish and spread it evenly.

Spread the crisp topping over the fruit mixture.

Bake in the oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until the topping is crispy.

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