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Sour cream rhubarb coffee cake served on a plate with a slice cut out

Sour Cream Rhubarb Coffee Cake


  • Author: Louna
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Sour Cream Rhubarb Coffee Cake is a moist, tangy, and flavorful dessert perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon treat.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups chopped rhubarb
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  4. In a large separate bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until creamy (2–3 minutes).
  5. Add the sour cream, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
  6. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  8. Evenly scatter the chopped rhubarb over the top of the batter.
  9. In a small bowl, combine the white sugar and ground cinnamon.
  10. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the rhubarb.
  11. Bake for 35–45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  12. Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.
  • Use room temperature butter and eggs for a smoother batter.
  • Ensure leavening agents are fresh for a good rise.
  • Let the cake cool fully before slicing for neat servings.
  • You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream or use other fruits like strawberries or blueberries.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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