Strawberry Rhubarb Cardamom Cake

Strawberries and rhubarb are a classic flavor combination in many desserts, and their tartness is beautifully balanced by the aromatic cardamom in this cake.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Strawberry Rhubarb Cardamom Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Strawberries
• 1 cup Rhubarb
• 1 teaspoon Cardamom
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, chopped rhubarb, and cardamom. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
7. Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Spread the strawberry and rhubarb mixture evenly over the batter.
8. Pour the remaining batter over the fruit layer, spreading it evenly.
9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar.
12. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14g22%

Total Carbohydrate 46g16%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.