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French Rhubarb Cake Recipe with Almond Flavor

A soft and buttery French-style rhubarb cake with tart rhubarb, almond flavor, and a tender crumb perfect for spring baking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rhubarb chopped
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • Powdered sugar for dusting optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and almond extract.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and Greek yogurt until batter is smooth.
  6. Fold in chopped rhubarb gently.
  7. Spread batter into prepared pan and top with sliced almonds and extra rhubarb if desired.
  8. Bake 38–42 minutes until golden and center is set.
  9. Cool before dusting lightly with powdered sugar and serving.

Notes

Fresh or frozen rhubarb both work, but don’t thaw frozen rhubarb first. Store covered for up to 3 days. Avoid overmixing once the flour is added to keep the cake soft.