Description
A moist and tangy quick bread made with fresh rhubarb, perfect for spring and summer baking.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups diced fresh rhubarb
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together brown sugar, oil, egg, vanilla, and buttermilk until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir just until combined.
- Fold in diced rhubarb and nuts, if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can substitute sour cream or yogurt for buttermilk if needed.
- Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- This bread also freezes well for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg