Description
A simple yet delicious rhubarb custard cake with a soft custard base and tart rhubarb topping. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups diced rhubarb
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Evenly distribute the diced rhubarb over the top of the batter.
- Pour the heavy cream over the top of the cake batter and rhubarb.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Fresh or frozen rhubarb can be used—thaw and drain if using frozen.
- Serve warm or chilled for different textures.
- Pairs well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg