Rhubarb Buttermilk Tea Cake

Delight your taste buds with this moist and tender Rhubarb Buttermilk Tea Cake, a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. This easy-to-make dessert features fresh, tart rhubarb pieces folded into a rich buttermilk batter, resulting in a soft, melt-in-your-mouth crumb with pops of fruity brightness in every bite. The combination of buttermilk and softened butter creates a perfectly light texture, while a simple dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance. Ideal for brunch tables, afternoon tea, or an indulgent snack, this tea cake is as versatile as it is delicious. With minimal prep time and a rustic charm, it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 1.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups Buttermilk
• 2 cups Fresh rhubarb (trimmed and diced)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan, lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer or a whisk.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternate adding the dry ingredients and the buttermilk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Gently fold the diced rhubarb into the batter using a spatula, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar (if using) before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1221.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3071.8

Total Fat 115.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 650.5mg	0%
Sodium 2442.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 477.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 278.3g
Protein 46.4g	0%

Vitamin D 233.5IU	0%
Calcium 581.4mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1536.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.1%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 61.0%