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Rhubarb Coffee Cake

Irresistible Rhubarb Coffee Cake: Sweet-Tart Bliss Awaits

This Rhubarb Coffee Cake combines sweet and tart flavors, making it a perfect treat for coffee lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum for gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider reducing if sweeter fruits are used.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Opt for non-iodized salt for better taste.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil or vegan butter for vegan.
  • 2 large Eggs Use flaxseed meal or applesauce for vegan.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with plant-based milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice for vegan.
  • 2 cups Fresh or Frozen Rhubarb Chop from frozen if using frozen rhubarb.
For the Topping
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Walnuts Optional for nut-free version.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Rinse and chop about 2 cups of fresh rhubarb into small pieces and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined and creamy.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped rhubarb into the batter.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped walnuts to prepare the topping.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), grease the baking pan, spread batter evenly, and sprinkle topping over it.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, slice, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served warm or at room temperature. Consider a dusting of powdered sugar for a lovely finish.

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