Almond Rhubarb Cake Recipe

Almond rhubarb cake is a delightful dessert that combines the nuttiness of almonds with the tartness of rhubarb. Here's a homemade recipe for you:

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups diced rhubarb (fresh or frozen)
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk

For the Topping:

• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.

Step 2: Prepare the Rhubarb

If using fresh rhubarb, wash and dice it into small pieces. If using frozen rhubarb, make sure it's thawed and well-drained.

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 4: Add Eggs and Almond Extract

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Stir in the almond extract.

Step 5: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 7: Fold in Rhubarb

Gently fold in the diced rhubarb.

Step 8: Prepare the Topping

In a small bowl, combine the sliced almonds, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon.

Step 9: Assemble and Bake

Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish.

Sprinkle the almond-sugar-cinnamon topping evenly over the cake batter.

Step 10: Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11: Cool and Serve

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the baking dish for a while.

You can serve the almond rhubarb cake warm or at room temperature. It's delicious on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Enjoy your homemade almond rhubarb cake, a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors!