Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends the tartness of rhubarb with the rich, nutty flavor of almonds and the velvety smoothness of custard. This Rhubarb Almond Custard Cake captivates the senses with its delightful combination of textures and flavors. The vibrant ruby-red rhubarb cuts through the sweetness of the custard, while the crunchy almond topping adds a delightful textural contrast. This tantalizing treat is a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. In addition to this remarkable cake, the article also presents a collection of equally enticing recipes, including a mouthwatering Rhubarb Almond Tart, a refreshing Rhubarb Almond Smoothie, and a delectable Rhubarb Almond Bread. Each recipe offers a unique take on the classic combination of rhubarb and almonds, ensuring that there's something for every palate to savor.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
RHUBARB CUSTARD CAKE
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
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 & CUSTARD CAKE
This recipe tastes even better with homegrown rhubarb
Provided by Jane Hornby
Categories Afternoon tea, Treat
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Make the roasted rhubarb first, carefully draining off the juices before you let it cool. Butter and line a 23cm loose-bottomed or springform cake tin. Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4.
- Reserve 3 tbsp of the custard in a bowl. Beat the rest of the custard together with the butter, flour, baking powder, eggs, vanilla and sugar until creamy and smooth. Spoon one-third of the mix into the tin, add some of the rhubarb, then dot with one-third more cake mix and spread it out as well as you can. Top with some more rhubarb, then spoon over the remaining cake mix, leaving it in rough mounds and dips rather than being too neat about it. Scatter the rest of the rhubarb over the batter, then dot the remaining custard over. Bake for 40 mins until risen and golden, then cover with foil and bake for 15-20 mins more. It's ready when a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean. Cool in the tin, then dredge with icing sugar when cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 21 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
RHUBARB CUSTARDS
This dessert couldn't be simpler. Unlike many custards, it doesn't require a hot-water bath. Shallow gratin dishes, shown here, allow the rhubarb to spread out and cook evenly. You can also use 4-inch ramekins (2 inches deep). Simply give the rhubarb a stir halfway through step 1.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield Makes 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350. Butter six 5 1/2-inch gratin dishes (1 inch deep), and dust with sugar; arrange on a rimmed baking sheet. Toss rhubarb with 1/4 cup sugar, and divide among dishes. Cover each first with parchment and then with foil, and bake until rhubarb is just beginning to release liquid and soften, about 30 minutes. Leave oven on.
- Puree milk, cream, flour, eggs and yolk, remaining 1/2 cup sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender until smooth. Divide mixture evenly among dishes. Bake, uncovered, until just set, 22 to 24 minutes. Let cool for 20 minutes.
ALMOND CUSTARD CAKE
Steps:
- Cut a 9-inch round of parchment paper to line the bottom of a 9 × 2-inch round cake pan. Butter and line the pan. Butter the lining, then flour the pan, tapping out excess; set aside.
- Make the dough: Whisk together 2 1/4 cups flour and the almond flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
- Put the butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add 3 egg yolks, 1 at a time, mixing well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl. Add the wine, almond extract, and half the vanilla seeds; mix until combined, about 15 seconds. Add the flour mixture in 2 additions, mixing until just combined (do not overmix).
- Divide the dough in half, and flatten each piece into a disk. Wrap the disks in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 hour.
- Make the custard filling: Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Fit an electric mixer with the whisk attachment. Put 3 egg yolks and the remaining 6 tablespoons sugar in a clean mixing bowl; beat on medium speed until pale yellow and thickened. Add the remaining 5 tablespoons flour; beat on low speed until combined.
- Bring the milk, remaining vanilla seeds, and zest to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Pour 1/2 cup hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, and beat on medium-low speed until combined. Stir the mixture into the remaining milk in the saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring to reach the bottom and sides of the pan. Cook until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Set the pan in the ice-water bath; stir occasionally until cool, about 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Press 1 piece of dough onto the bottom of the prepared pan and 1 1/2 inches up the sides. Spoon the custard on top, and spread into an even layer.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the remaining dough into an 11-inch circle. Drape over the pan; trim the edges flush with the pan. Gently press the edges of the top crust to meet the bottom crust; crimp the top edges with a fork to seal. Refrigerate the cake 30 minutes.
- Beat the remaining egg yolk and the cream in a small bowl. Brush the top of the cake with egg wash; sprinkle with almonds. Bake until golden brown, about 35 minutes. Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Invert the cake to unmold; peel off the parchment, and reinvert. Just before serving, dust the cake with confectioners' sugar. Serve with the strawberry-rhubarb sauce.
- Strawberry-Rhubarb Sauce
- Bring the rhubarb, sugar, and 1/4 cup water to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until the liquid is reduced by half, about 8 minutes. Stir in the strawberries and vanilla; cook until the berries are softened, about 3 minutes more. Serve the sauce warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh rhubarb. If you're using frozen rhubarb, thaw it completely before using.
- To make sure the cake bakes evenly, use a light-colored baking pan. A dark-colored pan will absorb more heat and cause the cake to brown too quickly on the bottom.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the rhubarb and almonds by hand. Just be sure to chop them finely so that they blend well into the cake batter.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake.
- To test if the cake is done, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. If it comes out with batter or crumbs attached, the cake needs to bake for a few minutes longer.
Conclusion:
This rhubarb almond custard cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet rhubarb, crunchy almonds, and creamy custard is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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