Description
Oma’s Rhubarb Cake is a cherished family recipe that beautifully balances sweet and tart flavors in every bite. This moist and flavorful cake features fresh rhubarb enveloped in a rich, buttery batter, topped with a delightful streusel for an added crunch. Perfect for any occasion—from cozy family gatherings to festive celebrations—this cake brings warmth and nostalgia to the table. It’s quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins, making it a versatile dessert everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cups white sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 cups diced rhubarb
- For the Streusel: 1 cup white sugar, ¼ cup butter (softened), ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix in beaten eggs and sour cream until smooth; fold in diced rhubarb.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and butter for the streusel until smooth; add flour and mix until crumbly.
- Sprinkle streusel over the batter and bake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg