Rhubarb Cake

June 18, 2022 Sarah Thompson Dessert
rhubarb cake

Rhubarb cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for spring and summer. Rhubarb is a vegetable that is often used in sweet dishes, as it has a tart and tangy flavor that pairs well with sweet ingredients like sugar and vanilla. In this article, we will go over the ingredients and steps necessary to make a delicious rhubarb cake.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Add the vanilla extract and sour cream and mix until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chopped rhubarb, making sure it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it out evenly.
  9. Bake the cake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before removing it from the pan and allowing it to cool completely on a wire rack.
  11. Once the cake has cooled, you can serve it as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips

  • Make sure to chop the rhubarb into small pieces so that it cooks evenly in the cake.
  • You can also add a tablespoon of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for extra flavor.
  • To make the cake extra moist, you can substitute half of the sour cream with Greek yogurt.
  • If you don’t have a cake pan, you can also use a 9-inch square baking dish or a bundt pan.

Rhubarb cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. By following these simple steps and tips, you can create a moist and flavorful cake that your family and friends will love. So why not give it a try and enjoy the delicious taste of rhubarb in a sweet and tangy cake?

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When Sarah's not talking about Android or Amazon Luna, she's in the kitchen cooking up something healthy, creative and amazing. Sarah has written for a number of blogs over the past few years, is a current contributor to our sister site Games on Luna and is the lead writer and chef here at The Food Crunch.