Deliciously Simple Rhubarb Cake Recipe to Savor Today
This delicious rhubarb cake recipe blends the tangy flavor of rhubarb with sweet notes of brown sugar, making it a must-try dessert.
Equipment
- - 9"x9" baking pan
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Wire rack
Ingredients
For the Cake Batter
- 1/2 cup salted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chopped rhubarb fresh
For the Topping
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
How to Make Rhubarb Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), then grease a 9x9 baking pan and set it aside.
- Cream together the softened salted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a medium mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the large egg until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract until the mixture is uniform.
- Mix in the dry ingredients (all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt) slowly until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped rhubarb gently.
- Transfer the cake batter to the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it into an even layer.
- Combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle this mixture over the top of the cake.
- Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For serving, dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream. Fresh rhubarb is recommended for the best flavor.