Rhubarb Compote Cake Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
• STEP 2.In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped rhubarb, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the rhubarb is soft and has released its juices, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
• STEP 3.In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• STEP 4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
• STEP 5.Spread half of the cake batter into the prepared cake pan. Spoon the rhubarb compote over the batter, spreading it evenly. Top with the remaining cake batter.
• STEP 6.In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and melted butter to make the streusel topping. Sprinkle the streusel over the cake batter.
• STEP 7.Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
• STEP 8.Serve the Rhubarb Compote Cake warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to chop the rhubarb into small pieces to ensure it cooks evenly.
• If you prefer a sweeter cake, you can increase the amount of sugar in the rhubarb compote.
• Feel free to add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the streusel topping for extra flavor.
• Serve the cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra indulgence.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers of the Rhubarb Compote Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Serve the cake warm or at room temperature.
• For an extra special treat, serve the cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.