COCONUT-RHUBARB SPICE CAKE

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Make the most of your rhubarb harvest with this tender spice cake. The sweet, crunchy topping is a definite palate-pleaser. Ralph and Geneva Baird, Basin, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb, thawed
TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, allspice and cloves; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Fold in rhubarb., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine the topping ingredients; sprinkle over the top. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Irfan Meerani
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This cake is a must-try for any coconut, rhubarb, or spice cake lover.


Thirasara Thimesha
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I can't wait to make this cake again.


Lethalpixel_yt
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This is the best coconut rhubarb spice cake I've ever had.


Chole Egbosi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


Beth Wrenn
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I could eat it every day!


Sornno Islam
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I made this cake in a bundt pan and it turned out beautifully. It was the perfect centerpiece for my Easter brunch.


Kyleigh Smith
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I added a cup of chopped walnuts to this cake and it gave it a nice crunchy texture.


Ronald Deese
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I used frozen rhubarb in this recipe and it worked out great. The cake was still moist and flavorful.


Polok Vai Official
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I had some trouble finding rhubarb, but it was worth the effort. This cake is so delicious!


Wajahat Khattak
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. I would still recommend it to others, especially if you like sweet cakes.


Nisar Sarwar
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit cakes, but this one was really good. The coconut and spices balanced out the tartness of the rhubarb perfectly.


Josphat Kariuki
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday, and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had.


Gaming With Tamim
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This was my first time making a coconut rhubarb spice cake, and it turned out great! I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Leanne Wroe
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I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves coconut, rhubarb, or spice cakes.


Donatus Michael
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion or just a weekend treat.


Ask Menow
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The coconut and rhubarb flavors are a great combination. They complement each other perfectly.


Daddy Loukas
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I love the moist texture of this cake. It's not too dense or too light, and it holds together well.


Innocent Production
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect. I will definitely be making this again!


Kaitlyn Dsouza
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I've never been a big fan of rhubarb, but this cake changed my mind. The combination of sweet and tart flavors was perfect, and the coconut and spices added a nice depth of flavor.


suman giri
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This coconut rhubarb spice cake was a delightful surprise! The flavors of coconut, rhubarb, and spices blended perfectly, creating a moist and flavorful cake that was a hit with my family and friends.