Description
Almond rhubarb cake delight is a soft and buttery almond-scented cake studded with tart rhubarb pieces. With its rustic charm and perfectly balanced flavors, this tender cake is ideal for both everyday enjoyment and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for rhubarb)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for batter)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds (for topping)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan.
- In a small bowl, toss chopped rhubarb with 2 tablespoons sugar and set aside.
- Cream the butter and 3/4 cup sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in almond and vanilla extracts.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in most of the rhubarb, then spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Scatter the remaining rhubarb and sliced almonds on top.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
- Swap rhubarb with a rhubarb-strawberry mix for added sweetness.
- Add orange zest to the batter for a citrus twist.
- Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version.
- Drizzle with almond glaze for a more dessert-like finish.
- Freeze the cake tightly wrapped for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
