Rhubarb Spice Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Rhubarb Spice Cake
135 min.
16
214kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Rhubarb Spice Cake, a perfect dessert that combines the tartness of fresh rhubarb with a warm blend of spices. This vegetarian treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering. With a preparation time of just 135 minutes, you can easily whip up this cake to impress your family and friends.

Imagine the aroma of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg wafting through your kitchen as this cake bakes to perfection. The moist texture, enhanced by finely chopped rhubarb and crunchy nuts, creates a harmonious balance that will leave everyone craving more. Each slice contains only 214 calories, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free dessert that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself to a sweet indulgence, this Rhubarb Spice Cake is sure to be a hit. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and don’t forget to top it off with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence. Get ready to savor every bite of this delightful dessert that beautifully showcases the unique taste of rhubarb!

Ingredients

  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups sugar 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 1.3 teaspoons baking soda 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon ground cloves 
  • teaspoon nutmeg 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • large eggs 
  • 1.8 cups rhubarb fresh finely chopped
  • cup nuts chopped
  • serving garnish: whipped cream sweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening; lightly flour.
  2. In large bowl, beat flour, 1 1/4 cups of the sugar and remaining ingredients except rhubarb, nuts and whipped cream with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in rhubarb.
  3. Pour into pan.
  4. Sprinkle with nuts and remaining 1/4 cup sugar.
  5. Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  6. Serve with Sweetened Whipped Cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories214kcal
Protein8.23%
Fat29.89%
Carbs61.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.86
Glycemic Load
22.25
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.8073912858963%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.29mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:213.77kcal
10.69%
Fat:7.27g
11.19%
Saturated Fat:1.24g
7.77%
Carbohydrates:33.88g
11.29%
Net Carbohydrates:32.27g
11.73%
Sugar:19.04g
21.15%
Cholesterol:35.16mg
11.72%
Sodium:246.95mg
10.74%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Protein:4.5g
9.01%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.6%
Selenium:8.46µg
12.08%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.86%
Folate:38.58µg
9.64%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.62%
Phosphorus:77.28mg
7.73%
Copper:0.15mg
7.59%
Iron:1.29mg
7.18%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
7%
Magnesium:27.17mg
6.79%
Fiber:1.61g
6.43%
Vitamin K:6.71µg
6.39%
Zinc:0.6mg
3.99%
Potassium:125.39mg
3.58%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.34%
Calcium:28.47mg
2.85%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.69%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.81%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.41%
Vitamin A:68.85IU
1.38%
Vitamin C:1.11mg
1.35%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.26%