How to Make Mom's Rhubarb Custard Torte - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something timeless and comforting about a family recipe passed down through generations, and that's exactly what Mom's Rhubarb Custard Torte is. This delicious dessert has been a staple in our family for as long as I can remember, and it's always a hit whenever we bring it to gatherings and potlucks.

What makes this dessert so special is the combination of sweet and tart flavors, thanks to the fresh rhubarb and creamy custard filling. The crispy, buttery crust adds the perfect...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups quick cooking oats
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¾ cup vegetable shortening
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 8 cups sliced fresh rhubarb
  • 12 eggs
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small chunks - or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 7 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix 2 cups flour, oats, brown sugar, vegetable shortening, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large mixing bowl until the ingredients are crumbly. Reserve 3/4 cup of the crust mixture in a bowl and press remaining crust mixture into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Spread rhubarb evenly over the crust. Whisk eggs, white sugar, 1/2 cup flour, and 1 pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth; pour the egg mixture over the rhubarb. Scatter the reserved oat mixture over the top. Dust the torte lightly with cinnamon and spread small butter chunks evenly over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center of the torte comes out clean, about 1 hour. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.
  • Nutrition

    241 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 96mg
    • Sodium: 95mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 199mg