Best 9 Lemony Rhubarb Upside Down Cake Recipes

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful treat that combines the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors? Look no further than this Lemony Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake, a culinary masterpiece that will steal the show at any gathering. This recipe is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring a moist and fluffy vanilla cake batter generously topped with a layer of vibrant rhubarb and a drizzle of zesty lemon syrup. The result is an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more. But that's not all; this article also includes two additional recipes that will satisfy your sweet cravings: a Rhubarb Crumble Bars, and a Rhubarb Jam that will elevate your breakfast toast to a whole new level. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you feeling like a master baker.

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RHUBARB UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     dessert

Time 2h35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
6 cups rhubarb sliced on the bias about 1 1/2-inches thick
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
1 box yellow cake mix
Whipped cream, lightly sweetened with vanilla bean paste, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick spray.
  • Combine the rhubarb, sugar, honey, lemon juice, thyme, cinnamon, ginger, salt and vanilla bean paste. Allow to sit at room temperature for about 1 hour.
  • Prepare the cake mix according to the box instructions. Place the rhubarb mixture into the bottom of the pan, reserving half of the juices and adding the other half to the pan. Spread rhubarb and juices evenly, then pour cake batter over the rhubarb.
  • Bake until golden, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let cool at least 10 minutes, then invert onto a cutting board. Serve warm with the whipped cream and reserved rhubarb liquid.

LEMON UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch cinnamon
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1 cup olive oil
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup light brown sugar
2 lemons, sliced paper thin and seeds removed (about 20 slices)
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for indirect heat. If using a charcoal grill, build the hot coals on one side only. If using a gas grill, heat one side only to medium-high heat.
  • Whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon in a small bowl. Whisk together the eggs, milk, olive oil, sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, lemon juice and zest in a large bowl. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and whisk to combine. Set aside.
  • Place a shallow enameled Dutch oven over direct heat. Add the butter and melt. Continue to toast the butter until it becomes brown and nutty, 1 to 2 minutes. Swirl the butter up the sides of the Dutch oven as you are toasting it to prevent the cake from sticking.
  • After the butter has browned, whisk in the brown sugar and allow it to melt. The mixture will resemble wet sand and won't get completely smooth.
  • Take the Dutch oven off the heat and shingle the lemon slices in, covering the whole surface. Keep in mind that this will be the top of your cake. Pour the batter into the Dutch oven and put it back over indirect heat. Close the grill and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out dry, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Remove the cake from the grill and allow it to cool for 5 minutes. Invert the cake onto a platter and continue to cool until ready to serve.
  • Meanwhile, place a 2-cup glass jar with a lid in the freezer for 20 minutes. When the jar is cold, pour in the cream and add the sugar and the remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla. Vigorously shake until you end up with soft whipped cream, about 5 minutes.
  • Cut the cake into 8 slices and serve with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
  • (Alternatively, you can bake the cake in a 350 degrees F oven for 50 minutes.)

RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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I've baked this cake every spring for many years, and my family loves it! Use your own fresh rhubarb, hit up a farmers market or find a neighbor who will trade stalks for the recipe! -Helen Breman, Mattydale, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup butter, melted
BATTER
1/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup 2% milk
Sweetened whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place rhubarb in a greased 10-in. cast-iron or other heavy ovenproof skillet. Combine sugar, flour and nutmeg; sprinkle over rhubarb. Drizzle with butter; set aside. For batter, in a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until blended. Beat in the egg. Combine the flour, baking powder, nutmeg and salt. Gradually add to egg mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Spread over rhubarb mixture. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Loosen edges immediately and invert onto a serving dish. Serve warm. If desired, serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HOMEMADE RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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This light and airy yellow cake is moist but not too sweet, and the caramelized rhubarb topping adds tangy flavor and visual appeal. We like it served with strawberry ice cream. -Joyce Rowe, Stratham, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2-1/4 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
BATTER:
6 tablespoons butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and butter. Spread into a greased 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Layer with rhubarb; sprinkle with sugar. Set aside., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold into creamed mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time. Gently spoon over rhubarb. , Bake until cake springs back when lightly touched, 40-50 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm, with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

STRAWBERRY RHUBARB LEMON UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups rhubarb, chopped
2 cups strawberries, chopped
1 cup sugar
1 (3 ounce) box strawberry jello
2 cups mini marshmallows
1 box lemon cake mix
Ice cream (optional)
Whipped cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*F Spray a 9x13 Casserole Dish In bottom of casserole dish combine rhubarb, strawberries and sugar. Mix well. Sprinkle jello evenly over rhubarb mixture. Sprinkle marshmallows over jello. In a separate bowl make cake mix according to package directions. Pour cake mix over marshmallows. Bake for 45 minutes. Watch after 30 to see if you need to tent cake with foil. Allow to cool for 5 minutes then flip cake upside down onto a large platter or cookie sheet. Slice and serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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This cake has a crumb "topping" that actually ends up on the bottom. Each bite has a surprisingly crunchy texture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield Makes one 9-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
Coarse salt
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for buttering pan
1 pound rhubarb, trimmed and cut on a very sharp diagonal about 1/2 inch thick
1 3/4 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest plus 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
2 large eggs
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Make the topping: Stir together butter, flour, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until moist and crumbly.
  • Make the cake: Butter a 9-inch round cake pan (2 inches deep). Dot with 4 tablespoons butter (cut into pieces). Toss rhubarb with 3/4 cup sugar; let stand for 2 minutes. Toss again, and spread in pan.
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Beat remaining stick butter and cup sugar with a mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy. Beat in zest and juice. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, until incorporated, scraping down sides of bowl. Beat in flour mixture in 3 additions, alternating with sour cream, until smooth. Spread evenly over rhubarb. Crumble topping evenly over batter.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and top springs back when touched, about 1 hour. Let cool for 10 minutes. Run a knife around edge of cake, and invert onto a wire rack. Let cool completely.

LEMONY RHUBARB UPSIDE DOWN CAKE



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Make and share this Lemony Rhubarb Upside Down Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Denise in NH

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups fresh rhubarb, sliced
1 cup sugar
4 cups miniature marshmallows
1 (3 ounce) package lemon Jell-O gelatin
1 (18 ounce) package lemon cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)

Steps:

  • Spray a 13 x 9 baking pan with a vegetable cooking spray (such as Pam).
  • Layer rhubarb, sugar, marshmallows and dry jello.
  • Make cake mix according to package directions and pour evenly over mixture in pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
  • Cool and turn pan upside down over a foil line cookie sheet.
  • Cut into squares and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.6, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 53.7, Sodium 345.4, Carbohydrate 71.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 51.3, Protein 4.7

RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Take advantage of rhubarb season with this easy dessert. Baked and unmolded, this cake resembles a pale pink mosaic atop velvet-crumbed and vanilla-infused cake. The rhubarb, which you'll add in raw, is tangy and tender, firm enough to give you something to chew over. It's an easy half-hour of prep and another hour and change in the oven, ample time for a light supper, anticipation of dessert hanging in the spring air.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature, more to grease pans
1 1/2 pounds rhubarb, rinsed and sliced into 1/2-inch cubes about 4 cups
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 cups cake flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
Zest of 1 lemon, grated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs
1/3 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Butter the paper and sides of the pan. Wrap two layers of foil under the pan, and place it on a baking sheet.
  • In a medium bowl, mix rhubarb, cornstarch and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
  • Mix the brown sugar and 1/2 stick butter in a pan over medium heat. Whisk until smooth and bubbling, about 2 minutes. Sift together the cake flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Whip 2 sticks butter in a mixer with a paddle attachment for 2 minutes. With your fingers, blend the remaining 1 cup sugar with lemon zest until the mixture is uniform in color. Cream together with the butter at medium-high speed until it is light and fluffy, about 4 minutes, stopping to scrape down the bowl halfway through. Add the vanilla and mix well. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in the sour cream, then the lemon juice. (It's O.K. if the mixture looks curdled.) With the mixer set to low speed, add the flour mixture, 1/4 cup at a time, until well combined. Scrape down the mixer bowl in between the additions.
  • Pour the brown-sugar mixture into the cake pan, then spoon in the rhubarb and its juices. Spoon in the batter so it covers all of the rhubarb. Smooth out the top.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the top of the cake is firm to touch and a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out without any large, moist crumbs.
  • Place the pan on a wire rack, and cool for 15 minutes. Run a knife around the cake, place a plate on top of the pan and turn it upside-down. Release the cake from the pan while still warm or else it will stick.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 636, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 253 milligrams, Sugar 48 grams, TransFat 1 gram

LEMONY RHUBARB UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE



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Make and share this Lemony Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NoraMarie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 cake, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons butter
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups sliced fresh rhubarb
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup butter, soften
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon rind
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Topping: Preheat oven to 350°F In a greased, 9-inch heavy nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat; stir in brown sugar.
  • Remove skillet from heat; spread sugar mixture evenly over bottom of skillet. Scatter rhubarb [cut in 1 inches pieces] evenly over sugar mixture; set skillet aside.
  • Cake: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
  • In a separate bowl and using an electric mixer, beat together sugar, butter, and lemon rind until well combined.
  • Add egg and vanilla, beat well.
  • Stir half of flour mixture into sugar mixture; stir in buttermilk.
  • Add remaining flour mixture, stirring just until combined.
  • Spread batter carefully over rhubarb in skillet; bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until cake springs back when gently pressed in center and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • As soon as cake comes out of oven, run a spatula around sides to loosen cake.
  • Let cool in skillet for 10 minutes.
  • Invert cake on a plate.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature with whip cream or ice cream.

Tips:

  • Use fresh rhubarb: Fresh rhubarb has a tart and tangy flavor that is perfect for this cake. If you can't find fresh rhubarb, you can use frozen rhubarb, but be sure to thaw it and drain it well before using.
  • Don't overcook the rhubarb: The rhubarb should be cooked until it is tender, but still holds its shape.
  • Use a good-quality lemon: The lemon zest and juice add a bright, citrusy flavor to the cake. Be sure to use a fresh lemon for the best flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough cake. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before inverting it: This will help to prevent the cake from breaking.

Conclusion:

This lemony rhubarb upside-down cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. It's perfect for a summer party or potluck. The tart and tangy rhubarb pairs perfectly with the sweet and lemony cake. And the crunchy brown sugar topping adds a delightful finishing touch. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give this lemony rhubarb upside-down cake a try.

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