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Sour Cream Rhubarb Cake

Sour Cream Rhubarb Cake: A Sweet-Tart Slice of Joy

This Sour Cream Rhubarb Cake is a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, perfect for summer picnics or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour feel free to substitute with a gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar consider using coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure freshness for optimal rise
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom can be replaced with cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon Salt using sea salt is preferred
  • 2 large Eggs for a vegan option, use flaxseed meal mixed with water
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt makes a good substitute
  • 2 cups Diced Rhubarb can use fresh or thawed frozen rhubarb
For the Crumble Topping
  • ½ cup Butter margarine can be substituted for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon adjust to taste

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. Add in the beaten eggs and sour cream to the dry mixture.
  4. Gently fold in the diced rhubarb into your batter.
  5. Grease and flour a 9x13 baking pan and pour the batter in.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine all crumble topping ingredients.
  7. Sprinkle the crumble topping over the batter.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, cover with foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and monitor baking closely to avoid over-browning. Experiment with different spices for personalized flavors.

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