Mom's Rhubarb Cake Recipe

This rhubarb cake recipe is a family favorite that has been passed down for generations. The moist cake is made with fresh rhubarb and has a sweet crumb topping that adds the perfect crunch. It's the perfect dessert to enjoy during rhubarb season!

Ingredients

• 3 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 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 (optional)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together rhubarb, sugar, oil, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
3. Add buttermilk and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Stir in walnuts, if using.
7. Pour batter into prepared baking pan.
8. In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon.
9. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture over the top of the cake batter.
10. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Let cool before serving.

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