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Old Fashioned Rhubarb Loaf


  • Author: jena
  • Total Time: 85 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful loaf that combines tart rhubarb and sweet sugar, perfect for breakfast or dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
  2. Beat the butter and sugar in a bowl until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla, and mix well.
  3. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in another bowl.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix in the rhubarb.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  6. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or dried fruits. Serve warm or at room temperature with butter or powdered sugar.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: rhubarb loaf, dessert, baking, snacks, breakfast