Best 6 Big Grandmas Rhubarb Cream Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable delight of Grandma's Rhubarb Cream Pie, a classic dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of tart rhubarb and creamy custard filling, enveloped in a flaky, buttery crust. This cherished recipe, passed down through generations, is a testament to the enduring charm of homemade pies. Discover the secrets behind this timeless treat, as we guide you through the steps of creating the perfect crust, crafting the luscious custard filling, and assembling the pie with precision. Let your kitchen be filled with the sweet aroma of rhubarb and cinnamon as you embark on this culinary journey.

In addition to the classic Rhubarb Cream Pie, this article presents a delightful array of variations to tantalize your taste buds. From the rustic charm of the Dutch Rhubarb Cream Pie, featuring a streusel topping, to the luscious Strawberry Rhubarb Cream Pie, bursting with juicy berries, each variation adds a unique twist to the beloved classic. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or crave a modern twist, this collection of recipes offers something for every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RHUBARB CREAM PIE



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This recipe was passed down from my grandmother and enjoyed whenever served.

Provided by Jean

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Rhubarb Pie Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (9 inch) deep dish pie crust
1 ½ cups white sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 eggs, beaten
4 cups chopped rhubarb

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together sugar, flour, and nutmeg. Stir in eggs. Add rhubarb, and toss until thoroughly coated. Pour filling into pastry shell.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.8 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 176 mg, Sugar 39.3 g

BIG GRANDMA'S RHUBARB CREAM PIE



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Rhubarb/custard pie...tart/sweet...what more signifies summer and the simplicity of mother nature's bounty??? This is really a great pie!!

Provided by LiisaN

Categories     Pie

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 unbaked pie crust
2 cups finely diced fresh rhubarb
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup half-and-half
3 egg yolks, beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
3 egg whites
6 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Mix the eggs and cream.
  • Add sugar, salt and flour.
  • Add diced rhubarb in unbaked pie crust.
  • Pour egg mixture over rhubarb.
  • Bake 10 minutes at 400 degrees.
  • Reduce heat to 350 degrees and continue baking additional 45 minutes.
  • Whip egg whites until peaks form.
  • Add sugar.
  • Add meringue mixture sealing pie and bake additional 5-10 minutes- until lightly browned.
  • Cool and enjoy.

GRANDMA'S RHUBARB CUSTARD PIE



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A sweet and tart rhubarb pie filled with custard and topped off with a light meringue. Passed from generation to generation, this pie is a hit with my whole family!

Provided by StickyFootMom

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Rhubarb Pie Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large eggs
4 cups diced fresh rhubarb
1 (9 inch) unbaked deep-dish pie crust
1 ¼ cups white sugar
⅔ cup evaporated milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Separate egg yolks and egg whites. Set egg whites aside for meringue.
  • Place rhubarb into the prepared pie crust. Mix sugar, evaporated milk, 3 egg yolks, flour, and salt for filling together in a bowl. Pour mixture over rhubarb. Place pie onto a cookie sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes. Turn oven temperature down to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and bake for 30 minutes more. Remove pie from the oven. Lower oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Beat the reserved egg whites for meringue in another bowl until frothy. Slowly add sugar, salt, and cream of tartar. Beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over the baked pie.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until light golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.9 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 75.8 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 458.7 mg, Sugar 43.6 g

GRANDMA'S STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB PIE



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Bake Grandma's Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie recipe from Food Network. This buttery homemade crust and tangy-sweet filling is the ultimate taste of home.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 pie

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional flour as needed, up to 1/4 cup
1/2 cup cake flour (recommended: Soft As Silk)
3 teaspoons sifted powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening (recommended: Crisco)
1/4 cup salted butter
Pinch salt
1 egg
2 teaspoons vinegar
1/4 cup ice cold water
2 1/2 cups chopped red rhubarb, fresh
2 1/2 cups de-stemmed, washed and cut strawberries (in larger pieces)
1 1/2 cups sugar (1 1/4 cups for high altitude)
2 tablespoons minute tapioca
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons butter, cubed small
1 egg white beaten with 1 teaspoon water
Large granule sugar

Steps:

  • Crust Preparation:
  • Using 2 pastry blenders, blend the flours, sugar, shortening, butter and salt. Whisk the egg, vinegar and water in a 2-cup measure and pour over the dry ingredients incorporating all the liquid without overworking the dough. Toss the additional flour over the ball of dough and chill if possible. Divide the dough into 2 disks. Roll out 1 piece of dough to make a bottom crust. Place into a pie dish. Put dish in refrigerator to chill.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Filling Preparation:
  • Mix the rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, tapioca, flour, zest and juice of lemon, dash of cinnamon, and vanilla. Mix well in a large bowl and pour out into chilled crust. Dot the top of the filling with the butter. Brush edges of pie crust with egg white wash. Roll out the other piece of dough and place over filling. Crimp to seal edges. Brush with egg white wash and garnish with large granule sugar. Collar with foil and bake at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes. Decrease temperature to 375 degrees F and bake for an additional 45 to 50 minutes, or until the filling starts bubbling. Higher altitude will take 450 degrees F and 400 degrees F respectively. Also, you can use a pie bird for extra decor. Let cool before serving.

RHUBARB CREAM PIE



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Make and share this Rhubarb Cream Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Pie

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

9 inches butter, crust
2 1/2 cups diced rhubarb (the rosier the better)
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
2 eggs, well beaten
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Line the pie pan with the crust and crimp the edges. If you want to blind bake your crust to help it get a little more color, do it now. (This is optional. Do whatever you need to get a golden brown crust.).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar. Add the eggs and whisk thoroughly. Add the cream and whisk some more.
  • Dump the diced rhubarb into the pie shell, pour the cream mixture over top, and bake the pie at 375 F for about 30-45 minutes. You'll know it's done when the center of the pie no longer jiggles when you wiggle the pan and the crust is golden brown on the edges and bottom.
  • Cool to room temperature and then chill in the refrigerator before serving.

GRANNY'S RHUBARB PIE



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This recipe originated with my grandmother, who baked many different rhubarb desserts. This was always a favorite of mine. -Blanche Baninski Minto North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup shortening
1 large egg, room temperature
5 tablespoons cold water
1 teaspoon white vinegar
FILLING:
3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb (1/2-inch pieces)
2 cups sliced peeled tart apples
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine the egg, water and vinegar; stir into flour mixture until a ball forms. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. For filling, in a large bowl, combine rhubarb, apples, pineapple, honey and lemon juice. Combine sugar and flour; add to rhubarb mixture. , On a lightly floured surface, roll 1 disk of dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust even with rim. Add filling; dot with butter. Roll out remaining dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle. Place over filling. Trim, seal and flute edge. Cut slits in top. , Bake until crust is golden brown and the apples are tender, about 1-1/4 hours.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 calories, Fat 27g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 83g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips

  • If the rhubarb is very tart, add more sugar to the filling.
  • To make a lattice top crust, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Cut the dough into 1-inch strips. Arrange the strips over the pie filling, weaving them together to create a lattice pattern.
  • To make a crumb topping, combine 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup butter, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a bowl. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the crumbs over the pie filling before baking.
  • To prevent the crust from getting too brown, cover the edges of the pie with aluminum foil.
  • Let the pie cool for at least 1 hour before serving. This will allow the filling to set.
  • Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion

Big Grandma's Rhubarb Cream Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The creamy filling and tart rhubarb are a perfect combination, and the flaky crust is the perfect finishing touch. With a few simple tips, you can make this pie like a pro. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

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