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Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special.
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Cherry Rhubarb Crisp

Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special. 
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cherry rhubarb crisp, rhubarb crisp with maraschino cherries, sour cream rhubarb dessert
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Barbara

Ingredients

Bottom Layer

  • 4 cups rhubarb, diced
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained

Sour Cream Layer

  • 2 eggs
  • 3 Tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups sour cream

Crumble Topping

  • 1/2 cup margarine (or butter)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup flour

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
  • Combine rhubarb, sugar and drained cherries.
    Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special.
  • Pour into prepared baking dish.
    Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special.
  • Beat eggs; add cornstarch and sour cream and until thoroughly combined.
    Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special.
  • Pour sour cream mixture over rhubarb mixture.
    Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special.
  • Combine flour and sugar. Cut margarine into the mixture until crumbly. (see notes)
    Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special.
  • Pour crumble mixture over sour cream mixture.
    Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special.
  • Bake for 50 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
    Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special.
  • Let sit before serving. Goes great with vanilla ice cream. (See notes)
    Cherry Rhubarb Crisp with sour cream is made in a 9x13 pan which serves a crowd.  Served alone or drizzle the rhubarb syrup over ice cream for an old fashioned dessert.  The addition of maraschino cherries in this rhubarb crisp makes it extra special.

Notes

  • Substitute butter for margarine, if desired.
  • Omit maraschino cherries for a Classic Rhubarb Crisp recipe.
  • 2 cups of sour cream equals one 16 ounce container.
  • Different varieties of rhubarb have more or less red coloring. This will affect the overall color of your rhubarb crisp with cherries. It may be more or less pink than mine.
  • For the crumb topping, use a pastry blender, two knives, two forks or even just your clean hands to break the margarine into the flour/sugar mixture.  I honestly just end up using my hands most of the time.
  • Looking for a traditional rhubarb cobbler? Try this one.