Rhubarb Sauce Recipe

Homemade rhubarb sauce is a sweet-tart topping made with just three simple ingredients. Perfect for desserts, breakfasts, or a snack, this easy recipe brings out the best of fresh rhubarb in just minutes.

Prep time

5 mins

Cook time

10 mins

Total time

15 mins

Yield

8 servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

4 cups thinly sliced rhubarb

½ cup white sugar

Instructions

1. Gather all your ingredients.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over high heat.
3. Stir in rhubarb and sugar.
4. Cook, stirring constantly, until tender, about 5–10 minutes.
5. Serve warm or cool, as desired.

Notes

For a smoother texture, mash the rhubarb gently as it finishes cooking.

Try adding strawberries for a fun twist, or serve the sauce over ice cream, pancakes, or yogurt.