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Classic German Rhubarb Cake Recipe (Deliciously Tart and Sweet!)

Classic German Rhubarb Cake

Welcome to the delightful world of baking with my Classic German Rhubarb Cake recipe! There’s something magical about the combination of tart rhubarb and sweet cake that creates a perfectly balanced dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 225
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for macerating the rhubarb
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar for the batter
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
For Dusting
  • Powdered sugar

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Toothpick or cake tester
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped rhubarb with 1 cup of granulated sugar and set aside to macerate.
  3. Step 3: Cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Step 5: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
  6. Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk.
  7. Step 7: Gently fold in the macerated rhubarb along with any accumulated juices.
  8. Step 8: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 40-45 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Step 10: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Step 11: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

This cake can be made ahead of time and stored for several days. Consider adding nuts or spices for variation.