Delicious Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake Recipe

Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet strawberries and tangy rhubarb with this delectable strawberry rhubarb coffee cake. This moist and tender cake is topped with a buttery crumb topping, making it a delightful treat for breakfast or dessert. With just the right balance of flavors, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 cup strawberries, sliced
• 1 cup rhubarb, diced
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, diced rhubarb, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the fruit and set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix with a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, vanilla extract, and egg. Pour the wet mixture into the large bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Spread half of the batter into the greased baking dish, then spoon the strawberry-rhubarb mixture evenly over the batter. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the fruit if desired.
7. Cover the fruit with the remaining batter, using a spatula to spread it evenly over the top.
8. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar with 1/4 cup of brown sugar. Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the top of the coffee cake.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

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