How to Make Rhubarb Cake I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Rhubarb cake is a classic springtime dessert that takes advantage of the tart and tangy flavor of fresh rhubarb. It's a simple yet delicious way to enjoy this seasonal ingredient, and it's perfect for serving at a garden party, brunch, or as a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee. This Rhubarb Cake I recipe is a favorite among home bakers for its moist and tender crumb, and the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness from the rhubarb.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar

Information

  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 1 to 13 - x inch cake

  • In a large bowl, cream together butter or margarine and sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla.
  • In another bowl, sift together 2 cups flour, soda, and salt. Add sifted ingredients alternately with buttermilk to creamed mixture.
  • Toss rhubarb with 1 tablespoon flour, and stir into batter. Spoon batter into buttered 9 x 13 inch pan, and smooth the surface.
  • Blend together 1/4 cup butter or margarine, cinnamon, and brown sugar; sprinkle evenly over batter.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    245 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 179mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 99mg