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Sour Cream Rhubarb Cake

Sour Cream Rhubarb Cake: The Ultimate Sweet-Tart Delight

Enjoy this delightful Sour Cream Rhubarb Cake, the perfect summer dessert with a sweet-tart flavor and moist crumb.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Switch to cake flour for a lighter finish.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Brown sugar can deepen the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Make sure it’s fresh for optimal rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom Cinnamon is a good alternative.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • 3 large Eggs Substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Sour cream Greek yogurt is a tasty alternative.
  • 2 cups Diced rhubarb Use fresh or properly thawed frozen rhubarb.
  • 1/2 cup Salted butter Adds flavor and helps create a soft crumb.
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Optional based on preferences.
  • 1/2 cup Additional sugar
  • 1/2 cup Additional flour

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sour Cream Rhubarb Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing and flouring it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, ground cardamom, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the eggs and sour cream until smooth, then fold in the diced rhubarb.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Combine the crumble topping ingredients, mix until coarse crumbs form, and sprinkle over the batter.
  6. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, then cover with foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until golden.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special touch.

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