Rhubarb Cake with Butter Sauce
This Rhubarb Cake with Butter Sauce is a delightful dessert that combines the tartness of rhubarb with a rich, buttery sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is moist and flavorful, making it a favorite among dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 15 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups diced rhubarb
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter for sauce
- 1 cup sugar for sauce
- ¾ cup heavy cream for sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add diced rhubarb, milk, and melted butter to the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and heavy cream. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Cut cake into pieces and drizzle with warm butter sauce generously.
Nutrition
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 47g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 73g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg