Thursday, June 1, 2017

Rhubarb Almond Cake and Lucy's First Time At The Beach

Rhubarb Almond Cake
There was not a cloud in the sky. We first walked in the woods and then on the beach. It was Lucy’s first time walking on sand. She barked wildly at the seagulls and ran crazily through the pools of water, the best she could I guess because we kept her on the leash. She’s going to be a good companion.

Lucy's first time on the beach
Oh I love this cake, it’s a tad bit crunchy on the outside and tender and moist on the inside. Everything you would expect a cake like this to be. I know I’ve said it before but I love cake and cookies for breakfast and no I only eat this way a couple of times a month but if I’m going to have something sweet it’s usually in the morning.



yield: 12-14print recipe

Rhubarb Almond Cake

Rhubarb almond cake~ is tangy and sweet, perfect any time of day. Yes, please I’ll have a slice for breakfast….

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 cup organic cane sugar
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup almond meal
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • About 0.75 pounds rhubarb
  • 1/3 cup sliced roasted almonds

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350. Prepare a 10-inch cake pan with a round of parchment paper at the bottom, then butter top of parchment paper and the sides of the pan with butter or a non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. Clean and trim the ends and any leaves from the rhubarb. Cut rhubarb into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
  3. In a separate bowl combine the flours, baking powder, baking soda, cardamom and salt.
  4. In a stand mixer or medium sized bowl with hand mixer, beat the sugar and butter on medium speed, about 2 to 3 minutes, until light and creamy. Add eggs, mix one at a time. Then add in yogurt, orange zest and vanilla.
  5. Add dry ingredients to the wet batter, adding in one-half at a time until just combined.
  6. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan. Add about half of the rhubarb on top, spacing equal distance apart. Then spoon out remaining cake batter over the rhubarb and spread gently with a bread knife. Add and arrange the remaining rhubarb pieces on top and sprinkle with almond slices.
  7. Bake for approx. 45-50 minutes, check for doneness with a toothpick or knife. Set cake on a wire rack to cool.
  8. Cake is best served slightly warm. A sprinkling of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream would be nice as well. The cake can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
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Cheri Savory Spoon
Cheri Savory Spoon

Mysavoryspoon was first started in 2010 as a way to journal recipes that I had collected from cookbooks, magazines, family and friends. Most everything was savory, using legumes and whole grains. Along the way I discovered a love for baking. Now a couple times a month you might see some type of sweet pie or treat.

50 comments:

  1. A slice of that cake and a cup of tea sounds like the perfect way to start the morning.

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  2. This cake looks very pretty Cheri, I yet have to get some rhubarb this year...the combination of rhubarb and almond sounds really delicious.
    I hope you are having a great week :)

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    1. Thanks Juliana, I tried to make a strawberry and rhubarb jam but over cooked it, will try again.

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  3. Enjoy the beach and the summer...and cake like this! Love the texture you described. I'd love to have a taste. : P

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    1. Thanks Monica, hoping for a great summer, take care~!

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  4. Yay Lucy! I'm so glad she likes it on the beach! We haven't taken our little girl Penny yet because I am afraid the waves will scare her!
    This cake looks absolutely delicious! I love using rhubarb in baked goods. Can't wait to try it :)

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    1. Hi Amy, yes Lucy really seems to love the beach especially the water and the birds. But she is afraid of other dogs barking, hoping this will soon go away. I've only baked with rhubarb a few times, not sure why always so good.

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  5. Hi Cheri,
    Yummy! this delicious rhubarb almond cake certainly great for brekkie.

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    1. Thanks Karen, I'm almost ashamed to say it's already gone, almost;)

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  6. Lucy is just too beautiful. Love the colour of the rhubarb in your cake Cheri.

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  7. Oh look at Lucy! I just love your life Cheri! And this cake, too. I hear you when it comes to eating cake for breakfast!

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    1. haha! you are so funny. Lucy is a treasure though I can tell she is going to me a great companion.

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  8. Omg.. this cake looks superb. A perfect breakfast with a cup of tea. Yum :)

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    1. Thanks Ritu, cake for breakfast can sometimes be okay right?

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  9. Looks to be a sweet way to start the morning for sure! Also, looks like many more sweet mornings are headed your way with Lucy at your side =)

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    1. Thanks Kim, Lucy is turning out to be a real love bug;)

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  10. Your cake looks wonderful. And I love seeing Lucy. I am so glad you have her to bring light into your life. D

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    1. Thanks Dena, we lost our beloved Olive in February and we have had a hard time, Lucy is going to be a good campanion.

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  11. It looks like she had a great time! Love the colour of that rhubarb and it's so good with almonds.

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  12. Love this beautiful cake and agree that eating it early in the day is the best. I think that's why I love breakfast cakes so much. Lucy is beautiful and I can just see her running around having the best time. Labs love the water and she must have been in heaven. Miss our chocolate girl gone so many years ago :)

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    1. Thanks Tricia, Lucy has been a lot of work, forgot about all the work puppies entail, but I can already tell she is a keeper.

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  13. Hi Lucy :-))
    I love the combo of almond and rhubarb. The cake looks very delicious, Cheri.

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    1. Thanks Angie, have not baked much with rhubarb but was very pleased with this cake.

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  14. do you know, i've NEVER baked with rhubarb! this cake looks like it has the perfect texture, though, and i'd love to try it with raspberries. or maybe i should just get brave and buy some rhubarb!

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    1. Hi Grace, looks like we are both on the same wave length when it comes to cakes, lol. Take care!!!

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  15. Hi Cheri! Look really delicious ! and love your dog, is beautiful!

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  16. Lucy is adorable! And the cake? Fantastic! You probably remember how much I love rhubarb, right? ;)

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    1. Hi David, rhubarb is still pretty new to me have only baked with it a few times, but the flavor is amazing. Checked out your site and your rhubarb compote looks delicious.

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  17. This rhubarb almond cake looks wonderful, Cheri. I wish I could have a slice of this beautiful cake for my weekend brunch right away.

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    1. Thanks Anu, my husband and I nibbed this cake away in a few days.

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  18. Lucy is so cute .give my love..want to spent a day with a slice of this delicious cake and a cup of cappuccino sitting at sea beach

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  19. Rhubarb and almond sound like a wonderful combination! I would definitely eat this for breakfast, yum!

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  20. Wish I had a piece of that cake right now! Guess I'll just have to make one :) Love your Lucy!

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    1. Thanks Susan, she is a little monster, a little cute one.

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  21. This looks amazing Cheri, and it features 2 of my favorite things in the world, almonds, and rhubarb <3 The first time we took our dog to the beach he went CRAZY and just wanted to swim out to sea, it was hysterical, we couldn't keep him out of the water!

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    1. Thats so funny Sue, I've been too afraid to let her off the leash because she does not listen very well, maybe in a month or two;)

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  22. Oh, boy, a lovely rhubarb recipe to try!!! I love your new pal and it sounds like she enjoyed this adventure immensely!

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  23. I am always looking for new rhubarb recipes. This one looks right up my alley. Have fun with Lucy.

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    1. Thanks Gerlinde, Lucy has been keeping me very busy.

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  24. This is such a palatable treat, Cheri! I could eat it every day!

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  25. I want to go for a walk on the beach with Lucy!! She's adorable.
    The cake looks fantastic! My parents LOVE rhubarb so much, I should make this up for them.

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  26. Lucy is the best, she's adorable and how great to walk along the beach with her! She's a beauty and I love her name. The cake looks delicious and I'd love a slice now! Happy times with Lucy!

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