Special Rhubarb Cake
Delightfully tangy and irresistibly moist, this Special Rhubarb Cake is a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors that’s sure to become your favorite dessert staple. Made with tender rhubarb, creamy buttermilk, and a hint of vanilla, this cake combines a fluffy texture with a mouthwatering crumble topping of cinnamon, brown sugar, and melted butter. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy yet impressive treat, ideal for spring gatherings, brunches, or weeknight indulgences. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a comforting dessert that pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This simple rhubarb cake recipe is a must-try for fans of homemade baked goods and seasonal flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped rhubarb and evenly pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon to create the crumble topping.
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the cake batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.5 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 36.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2858 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 620.9 g | 226% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 418.7 g | ||
| Protein | 44.3 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 871 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2255 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
