rhubarb pudding cake

North Liberty, IN
Updated on Jan 17, 2012

In this unusual recipe from the 1950's a rhubarb cake makes its own pudding (sauce or topping) on the bottom as it bakes. Scoop out a serving and flop it over to showcase the pretty sauce. Good with ice cream.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 50 Min
method ---
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • CAKE:
  • 3 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb
  • 1 cup flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • TOPPING:
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

How To Make rhubarb pudding cake

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place rhubarb in a greased 8 inch square baking pan. In a small bowl, mix flour, sugar, milk, butter, baking powder, salt and vanilla (mixture will be stiff). Spread over rhubarb.
  • Step 2
    For topping, combine sugar and cornstarch. Sprinkle over dough. Pour water over all. Do not stir. Sprinkle cinnamon on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 55-65 minutes or until cake tests done.

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