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A slice of Norwegian rhubarb cake with soft crumb and crunchy almond topping.

Norwegian Rhubarb Cake (Rabarbrakake)

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A simple and delicious Norwegian cake featuring tart rhubarb, perfect for coffee breaks.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 to 3 cups fresh or frozen rhubarb, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Powdered sugar for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream the softened butter and sugar in a larger bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until combined.
  5. Stir in the flour mixture and milk alternately until just combined.
  6. Toss the chopped rhubarb with 1-2 teaspoons of flour and sugar before folding most into the batter and scattering a small handful on top.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
  8. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing and serving.

Notes

Can be served plain or with whipped cream and powdered sugar.

  • Author: vivian-brooks
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Norwegian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg