Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake Recipe

Celebrate rhubarb season with this irresistible Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake! A family favorite passed down from my aunt (and possibly inspired by the amazing Mollie Katzen!), this recipe delivers a moist, tender crumb cake bursting with the tangy sweetness of rhubarb. Get ready for rave reviews – it's the perfect treat for brunch, afternoon tea, or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 279.4 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake

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How to Make Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the buttermilk.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped rhubarb and pecans (if using).
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

92g

Fat

34g

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake?

Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake?

Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake has approximately 279.4 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake?

The key ingredients for Buttermilk Rhubarb Coffee Cake are Rhubarb, Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Vanilla, Unbleached Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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