MAKEOVER STRAWBERRY RHUBARB CRUNCH

Makeover Strawberry Rhubarb Crunch image

Now all you rhubarb fans out there can minimize that mouth-puckering flavor without having to ladle on the sugar. This light recipe lets you enjoy one of springtime's quintessential treats and feel good about each bite you take. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup brown sugar blend
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold butter
Reduced-fat whipped topping or reduced-fat strawberry ice cream, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in strawberries and rhubarb until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour into an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray., In a small bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar blend and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over fruit mixture. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until filling is bubbly and topping is golden brown. Serve with whipped topping or ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.