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Easy Moist Rhubarb Cake Recipe

Easy Moist Rhubarb Cake Recipe Ready in 45 Minutes

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This easy moist rhubarb cake is a simple, family-friendly dessert with a tender crumb and a crispy streusel topping. The tangy rhubarb pairs perfectly with the sweet cinnamon-spiced crust. You can make it in under an hour with basic pantry ingredients.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 cups diced rhubarb
  • Streusel:
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and set them on your counter.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, stir together 2 cups flour, 1 1/4 cups sugar, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Stir in the beaten eggs and sour cream until the batter is smooth.
  5. Fold in the diced rhubarb until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  7. In a medium bowl, stir together 1 cup sugar and softened butter until smooth.
  8. Stir in 1/4 cup flour until the mixture becomes crumbly.
  9. Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the top of the cake batter.
  10. Dust the top lightly with ground cinnamon.
  11. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  12. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve and enjoy.

Notes

  • Cut your rhubarb into small, even pieces so it distributes well throughout the cake.
  • Do not overmix the batter after adding the eggs and sour cream to keep the cake tender.
  • You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream if needed.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • This cake freezes well. Wrap individual slices tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Fresh or frozen rhubarb both work in this recipe. If using frozen, thaw and drain it first.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 38g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg