Can I make Easy Rhubarb Sauce without cinnamon?

Absolutely. The cinnamon is optional. The sauce is delicious with just rhubarb, sugar, vanilla, and water.

Can frozen rhubarb be used?

Yes. Frozen rhubarb works beautifully. There's no need to thaw it first; simply add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

How long does Easy Rhubarb Sauce last?

Stored properly in the refrigerator, it stays fresh for about one week. Frozen, it can last up to six months.

Can I reduce the sugar?

Yes. If you prefer a more tart flavor, reduce the sugar slightly and adjust according to taste.

Why add vanilla extract?

Vanilla helps mellow the tartness of the rhubarb and creates a richer, more rounded flavor.

What is the best way to serve rhubarb sauce?

Many people love it over vanilla ice cream, but it's equally delicious on pancakes, oatmeal, waffles, yogurt, or fresh scones.

Easy Rhubarb Sauce: Delicious 20-Minute Favorite

Name: Easy Rhubarb Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups chopped rhubarb (½-inch pieces); ½ cup sugar; ½ cup water; ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional); Pinch of salt; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Description

This Easy Rhubarb Sauce is a sweet-tart homemade topping made with fresh rhubarb, sugar, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for spooning over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, yogurt, oatmeal, and more.

Ingredients

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3 cups chopped rhubarb (½-inch pieces)
½ cup sugar
½ cup water
½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Pinch of salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Add the chopped rhubarb, sugar, water, salt, and cinnamon (if using) to a heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven.
Stir well to combine.
Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
Stir occasionally until the rhubarb is soft and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Serve warm or allow to cool before refrigerating.

Notes

For a sugar-free version, substitute the sugar with a 1:1 sugar replacement sweetener.

Store cooled sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Freeze for up to 6 months in freezer-safe containers.

Delicious over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, yogurt, oatmeal, biscuits, and scones.

For extra flavor, replace part of the water with tart cherry juice.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American, British, Canadian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 24
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 1mg
Fat: 0.1g
Saturated Fat: 0.01g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.03g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0.4g
Protein: 0.2g
Cholesterol: 0mg