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Strawberry Rhubarb Cake

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A delightful balance of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb, this cake is perfect for spring gatherings and family celebrations.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
  • 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing and flouring it.
  3. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  4. Mix the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time and stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Incorporate the dry ingredients gradually, alternating with the milk.
  7. Fold in the strawberries and rhubarb until evenly distributed.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and be careful not to overmix the batter to ensure a tender crumb.

  • Author: instantmeals
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian