Best 8 Old Fashioned Rhubarb Torte Recipes

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Indulge in the classic charm of Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Torte, a delectable dessert that combines the tangy sweetness of rhubarb with a buttery crust and a streusel topping. This traditional German pastry is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a favorite among rhubarb lovers.

This article presents a collection of three tempting recipes for Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Torte, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe offers a classic version of the torte, featuring a flaky crust, a generous filling of sweetened rhubarb, and a crunchy streusel topping. The second recipe introduces a delightful twist by adding a layer of creamy cheesecake filling, creating a luscious combination of tangy rhubarb and velvety cheesecake. The third recipe takes a modern approach by incorporating almond flour into the crust, resulting in a gluten-free and nutty variation of the classic torte.

Whether you prefer the traditional flavors of the classic recipe, the creamy indulgence of the cheesecake-filled version, or the gluten-free goodness of the almond flour crust, these Old-Fashioned Rhubarb Torte recipes promise a delightful treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you wanting more. So, prepare your baking tools, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey to create these delectable rhubarb tortes that are sure to impress your family and friends.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FRESH RHUBARB TORTE



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I got this recipe several years ago from a cousin. It's wonderful served warm with ice cream.

Provided by Valarie Swalve

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Rhubarb Pie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
½ cup butter, melted
1 ¼ cups white sugar
2 ½ cups diced rhubarb
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
⅓ cup milk
3 egg yolks, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix together 1 cup of flour, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and the melted butter until well combined; pat the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake the crust in the preheated oven until very lightly browned, about 25 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly. Increase oven heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.)
  • Stir together 1 1/4 cup of sugar, the rhubarb, 2 tablespoons flour, the milk, and beaten egg yolks until thoroughly combined; pour over the crust.
  • Bake in the oven until set, 40 to 45 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.6 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Cholesterol 108.1 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 90.8 mg, Sugar 35.3 g

RHUBARB TORTE



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An excellent dessert for after a hearty meal. I have also made the filling with raspberries, strawberries and blueberries, separately or mixed them together for a bumbleberry torte!

Provided by SAUCYB

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Torte Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup margarine
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 egg yolks
⅓ cup milk
3 ½ cups chopped rhubarb
3 egg whites
¼ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.)
  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, margarine and confectioners' sugar. Mix together until it forms a ball. Press into the bottom and sides of a 9 inch square pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • In a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, yolks and milk. Stir together, then add chopped rhubarb. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Pour into hot crust.
  • In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over rhubarb filling, covering completely.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.9 calories, Carbohydrate 63.2 g, Cholesterol 77.6 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 161.9 mg, Sugar 47 g

RHUBARB TORTE



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Each year when Grandmother asked what kind of birthday cake I'd like, I always said I wanted her rhubarb torte. -Lois Heintz, Holmen, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
1/2 cup shortening
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
4 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
2 cups sugar
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients with a fork until crumbly. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine filling ingredients; mix well. Pour over crust. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes. In a bowl, beat egg whites until stiff. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, beating well. Spread or pipe over hot filling. Return to the oven until lightly browned, 10-15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRANDMA'S RHUBARB TORTE



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I used to love going to Grandma's to eat her freshly baked rhubarb torte. Now that I have the recipe, I can make it any time!

Provided by pie223

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Rhubarb Pie Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup butter
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 tablespoon white sugar
6 eggs, separated
1 cup evaporated milk
2 cups white sugar
8 cups diced rhubarb
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Combine butter, 1 1/2 cups flour, and 1 tablespoon sugar in a mixing bowl; beat until combined with an electric mixer. Press mixture into bottom of prepared baking dish.
  • Bake crust in preheated oven until firm, about 15 minutes. Remove and let crust cool.
  • In large mixing bowl, combine 6 egg yolks, remaining 1/4 cup flour, evaporated milk, 2 cups sugar, and rhubarb. Stir together and pour over cooled crust.
  • Bake pie in oven until filling is set, about 1 hour.
  • For meringue, beat 6 egg whites in a large bowl using an electric mixer until whites are foamy. Beat in 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture holds stiff peaks. Spread meringue over rhubarb filling.
  • Return pie to oven and bake until meringue is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 103.7 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 114.1 mg, Sugar 40.1 g

RHUBARB CUSTARD CAKE



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Rhubarb thrives in my northern garden and is one of the few crops the pesky moose don't bother! Of all the desserts I've tried, this rhubarb custard cake is my first choice. It has old-fashioned appeal but is so simple to prepare. -Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
4 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
1 cup sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Whipped cream and fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with rhubarb and sugar. Slowly pour cream over top. , Bake until golden brown, 40-45 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with whipped cream and mint if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

RHUBARB MERINGUE DESSERT



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I hear so many nice comments when I serve this special springtime dessert. I make it often when our abundant rhubarb is in its prime. It's just as homey as a rhubarb custard pie, but it easily serves a large group. -Jessica Moch Bismarck, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
2 cups sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
6 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 cup heavy whipping cream
5 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb
MERINGUE:
6 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Stir in egg yolks and cream. Add rhubarb. Pour over crust. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until set., In a large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, a tablespoon at a time, until stiff peaks form. Beat in vanilla. Spread over hot filling. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

OLD-FASHIONED RHUBARB CAKE



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My great-aunt gave me this rhubarb cake recipe. It's especially delicious when rhubarb is in season, and tastes even better with the old-fashioned milk topping. But you'll love it even with frozen rhubarb and "modern-day" whipped topping! -Mairlyn Homola, Hazel, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar, divided
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped rhubarb
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar. Add egg; beat well. Combine buttermilk and vanilla; set aside. , Combine flour, baking soda and salt; add alternately with buttermilk/vanilla to the creamed mixture. Stir in rhubarb. Spread in a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , Combine the remaining sugar with cinnamon; sprinkle over batter. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35 minutes. , For topping, combine all ingredients; pour over individual squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

RHUBARB TORTE



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This delicious slice was served at a school reunion several years ago. The recipe was shared and has become a family favorite. A must for rhubarb lovers!

Provided by Gerry

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 16-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
2 cups flour
1 tablespoon sugar
5 cups rhubarb (cut)
6 egg yolks (reserve whites for topping)
2 cups sugar
4 tablespoons flour
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 orange (use only the grated zest of one orange)
6 egg whites
12 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • BOTTOM LAYER.
  • Rub butter, flour and sugar together;press into a large greased 11 x 13 pan,.
  • bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees.
  • MIDDLE LAYER.
  • In a large bowl mix rhubarb,egg yolks,sugar, flour,evaporated milk, salt and zest of one orange, pour over baked crust and bake at 350 40 - 50 minutes until looks thickened.
  • TOPPING.
  • Beat egg whites stiff,add salt, add sugar gradually beating between additions.
  • Pour over rhubarb and bake at 350 for 15 minutes or until nicely golden brown.
  • NOTE: You may sprinkle the topping with coconut or nuts before baking if you wish, coconut seems to keep the topping from 'weeping'.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe rhubarb: Use firm, bright-red stalks with minimal blemishes.
  • Prep the rhubarb properly: Wash the rhubarb thoroughly and trim the ends. Cut the stalks into 1-inch pieces.
  • Use a combination of sugars: White sugar and brown sugar provide a balance of sweetness and flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough torte. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the torte until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This usually takes about 45 minutes to an hour.

Conclusion:

This old-fashioned rhubarb torte is a delicious way to enjoy the flavors of spring. With its buttery crust, sweet and tangy rhubarb filling, and crunchy streusel topping, this torte is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you have some fresh rhubarb, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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