Indulge in the delectable union of tangy rhubarb and sweet, chewy dates, harmoniously blended in a moist and flavorful cake. This classic dessert, often served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a favorite among cake enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will introduce you to some of the most delectable rhubarb and date cake recipes, ensuring that you create a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
RHUBARB AND DATE CAKE
My bf's aunt's treasured recipe, constantly requested by guests of hers who's tried her famous Rhubarb cake. Cut out from a NZ newspaper, here's the description on the article: This is a recipe given to Marsden Principal Jenny Williams by her mother. Jenny has baked it for the school administration staff and they think it is absolutely delicious.
Provided by Cabnolen
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 25 slices roughly, 12-24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 170c degrees.
- Grease and line a 20cm cake tin.
- Sift flour, add butter in small pieces. Rub in until evenly distributed, stir in sugar.
- Wipe and cut rhubarb into small cubes then add to flour with milk together and stir into other ingredients.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until golden on top.
- Cool in tin for 10 minutes then turn on to wire rack to cool. Freezes well.
RHUBARB CAKE I
Delicious served warm with ice cream. If you don't have buttermilk, you may substitute sour milk. Stir 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice together with 1 cup of milk and let stand for 10 minutes.
Provided by Barb Oke
Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter or margarine and sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla.
- In another bowl, sift together 2 cups flour, soda, and salt. Add sifted ingredients alternately with buttermilk to creamed mixture.
- Toss rhubarb with 1 tablespoon flour, and stir into batter. Spoon batter into buttered 9 x 13 inch pan, and smooth the surface.
- Blend together 1/4 cup butter or margarine, cinnamon, and brown sugar; sprinkle evenly over batter.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 31.2 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 179.2 mg, Sugar 29.4 g
OLD-FASHIONED RHUBARB CAKE
My great-aunt gave me this rhubarb cake recipe. It's especially delicious when rhubarb is in season, and tastes even better with the old-fashioned milk topping. But you'll love it even with frozen rhubarb and "modern-day" whipped topping! -Mairlyn Homola, Hazel, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar. Add egg; beat well. Combine buttermilk and vanilla; set aside. , Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add alternately with buttermilk/vanilla to the creamed mixture. Stir in rhubarb. Spread in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , Combine the remaining sugar with cinnamon; sprinkle over batter. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35 minutes. , For topping, combine all ingredients; pour over individual squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
DATE WITH A RHUBARB
Dates & rhubarb make a lovely combination. Serve for breakfast with a cinnamon bun or plain bagel. I like some French Vanilla yogurt on it MMmm
Provided by Bergy
Categories Breakfast
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the rhubarb, dates, orangejuice, zest& cloves in a saucepan and barely cover with boiling water.
- Simmer until the dates and rhubarb are tender.
- Discard the cloves and add additional sweetener if you want to.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
SPECIAL RHUBARB CAKE
A rich vanilla sauce is served with this tender cake from Biena Schlabach of Millersburg, Ohio. "The women at church made it for my 84th birthday," she says.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 9 servings (1-1/4 cups sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating just until moistened. Fold in the rhubarb. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking dish., Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. Bake 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For sauce, melt butter in a saucepan. Add sugar and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Serve with cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
COUNTRY RHUBARB CAKE
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, sift flour, salt, 3 tablespoons sugar and the baking soda together. With fingers, rub in butter until mixture is sandy. Beat 1 egg and add to flour mixture. Add buttermilk and blend just until mixture forms dough; it will be quite stiff and sticky. Turn out onto a floured work surface and divide in two. Roll out each piece to fit a 10-inch round baking dish. Line bottom of pan with one round, pinching together any tears.
- Cover dough with rhubarb and sprinkle rhubarb evenly with 1 heaping cup sugar. Place second pastry round on top and pinch edges together. Pinch together any holes. Beat remaining egg with 1 teaspoon water and brush it on dough.
- Place a baking sheet in oven to catch drips, and place baking dish on it. Bake until crust is golden and rhubarb is soft and juicy, about 1 hour. Immediately sprinkle with granulated sugar. Serve warm, with a sprinkle of brown sugar and whipped cream on each serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 312, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 202 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
RHUBARB & DATE CHUTNEY
Keep this tucked away for a month so flavours can develop and then serve it with cheese, pâté, cold meats, sandwiches - you name it
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Afternoon tea, Buffet, Condiment, Lunch, Snack
Time 1h5m
Yield Makes about 2.25kg/5lb
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the onions in a large pan with the ginger and vinegar. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 10 mins. Add the rest of the ingredients, except the rhubarb, plus 2 tsp salt to the pan and bring to the boil, stirring. Simmer, uncovered, for about 10 mins until the apples are tender.
- Stir in the rhubarb and cook, uncovered, until the chutney is thick and jammy, about 15-20 mins. Leave the chutney to sit for about 10-15 mins, then spoon into warm, clean jars, and seal. Label the jars when cool. Keep for at least a month before eating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 19 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Sodium 0.07 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose Ripe Dates: Use soft, plump dates for a moist and flavorful cake.
- Soak Dates: Soaking the dates in hot water softens them and makes them easier to blend.
- Use Unsalted Butter: This allows you to control the amount of salt in the cake.
- Cream Butter and Sugar Thoroughly: This creates a light and fluffy batter.
- Add Eggs One at a Time: This prevents the batter from curdling.
- Fold in Dry Ingredients Gently: Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
- Bake until a Toothpick Inserted into the Center Comes Out Clean: This ensures that the cake is cooked through.
- Let the Cake Cool Completely before Frosting: This prevents the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
This Rhubarb and Date Cake is a delicious and moist treat that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet rhubarb and sticky dates creates a unique and flavorful cake that is sure to impress. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this cake is a great option for bakers of all skill levels. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special dessert.
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