Description
A moist and tangy Norwegian rhubarb cake with a delightful almond flavor, perfect for spring and summer desserts.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (50g) almond flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups (250g) chopped rhubarb
- 1/4 cup (25g) sliced almonds
- 1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the milk until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped rhubarb.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds and coarse sugar over the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
- Can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
- Substitute other tart fruits like gooseberries if rhubarb is unavailable.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg