Strawberries are finally here! I couldn’t resist making a Grain Free Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with chia seeds in the crisp topping! It’s a wonderful dessert to make for one or up to four people.
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If you like strawberries and chia, you’ll want to try Strawberry Vanilla Chia Pudding, it’s dairy free & grain free!
- Grain Free
- Gluten Free
- Egg Free
- Low glycemic sugars
- High in fiber
This year has been particularly hard for local strawberry patches. We’ve had too much rain, too little sunshine and cool mornings. Finally the weather became just right for the strawberry plants to produce flowers and then berries.
Picking was really good too! My daughter and I picked our usual amount (approximately 6 quarts) in under 15 minutes. They were completely ripe all the way through the berry and sweet.
Benefits of Rhubarb & Strawberries
Have you ever wondered what nutrients are actually in your food? I’m fascinated with the vitamins, nutrients and other healthy qualities in food.
One common question about rhubarb, is it a vegetable or fruit? The answer is yes! Rhubarb used to be considered a vegetable before 1947. After a court ruling in New York, it officially became a fruit.
Nutritious Facts about Rhubarb
- High in potassium which is essential for regulating our bodies fluid levels and muscle contractions.
- Low in sugar. (1 cup of rhubarb has 1 gram of sugar)
- Contains calcium, which our bodies need for strong bones.
- Low in calories.
- Good source of fiber.
- Rich source of antioxidants.
Nutritions Facts about Strawberries
Strawberries originated from Europe but grow in North America and Chile today. They are a sweet red fruit that can be eaten raw or cooked in a recipe.
Most people eat strawberries for their natural sweet taste. Health minded people chose strawberries for their nutritional value.
- Excellent source of vitamin C, which is needed to fight disease and build immunity.
- Contains manganese which is necessary for aiding our body and utilizing vitamins and minerals.
- Low carb due to their high water content
- High in fiber content, which benefits our digestive health.
- Contains folate, which is important for cellular function.
Individual Crisps
Grain Free Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp is fun to serve in individual sized ramekins. Amazon sells this kind: Set of 8,4 oz Porcelain Ramekins Bakeware Set, White Porcelain Baking Cups for Pudding, Creme Brulee, Custard Cups and Souffle Dishes, Durable 4 ounce Ramekins for Baking, Cooking, Serving and More
This recipe works well in a greased pie plate as well. You can cut and serve as you’d like.
The crumb topping is easy to prepare in a food processor. Just put the ingredients in the food processor and pulse a few times. If you like a finer crumb topping, pulse more. Sprinkle on top of strawberry/rhubarb mixture.
By hand: Use a pastry cutter to make the crumb topping. Whisk the dry ingredients together and add the cold butter or cold coconut oil in tablespoon sized portions. Use a pastry cutter to incorporate the butter in to the dry mixtures. Sprinkle on top.
Free Printable Recipe – Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with Chia
Grain Free Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with Chia Seeds
Grain free, gluten free, egg free, naturally sweetened
Ingredients
- 4 c. strawberries, chemical free washed & sliced
- 1 1/2 c. rhubarb washed & cut
- 1/4 c. unrefined coconut sugar
- 2 T. arrowroot powder
- 1/2 c. cold organic butter or cold coconut oil Crumb topping
- 1/2 c. finely shredded coconut flakes Crumb topping
- 1/2 c. tapioca flour Crumb topping
- 1/4 c. unrefined coconut sugar Crumb topping
- 2 T. chia seeds, organic Crumb topping
- 1 T. ground cinnamon,organic Crumb topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°. Grease the four ramekins OR pie plate with coconut oil. Set aside.
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Wash and hull your strawberries. Depending on the size of the strawberries, you can slice in half or quarters. Wash your rhubarb and cut into small pieces with kitchen shears. Place rhubarb and strawberries in a large mixing bowl.
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Stir in 2 tsp.of lemon juice. Next add the 1/4 c. coconut sugar and 2 T. arrowroot flour. Mix together until everything is evenly coated. Set aside.
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In a food processor add 1/4 c. of cococut sugar, 1/2 c. of finely shredded coconut, 1/2 c. tapioca flour, 2 T. of coconut flour, 2 T. of chia seeds and 1 T. of cinnamon. Pulse several times until everyhing is combined.
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Next you'll add 1/2 c. of butter or coconut oil (for a dairy free dessert). You'll want to make sure they are COLD. Add in tablespoon size pieces. Pulse until mixture is crumbly.
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If you don't have a food processor, you can whisk dry ingredeints together & use a pastry cutter to mix in the butter.
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Scoop the strawberry/rhubarb mixture into the 4 ramekins. Sprinkle the topping evenly over all 4 ramekins. Bake for 25-30 minutes. The topping will become slightly brown. Remove from the oven.
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You can eat them while they are warm or cool for later. They are wonderful with a scoop of dairy free ice cream, coconut whipped cream or by themselves.
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Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Where to find the dry ingredients? I order my tapioca flour, arrowroot flour, coconut flour, coconut sugar and coconut oil online.
I chose to buy unrefined and organic flours for the best results!
Grain Free Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp has 2 T. of chia seeds in the topping. Just another fantastic ingredient that makes this dessert even healthier. Learn why I love chia seeds here.
Grain Free Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
I hope you enjoy preparing and serving this wonderful little crisp. It’s nice knowing you’re using the best ingredients that are both healthful for you and won’t upset your digestive system. Chia seeds make this dessert even more appealing!
Do you pick your own strawberries, purchase from a local market or buy at your grocery store?
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