Add eggs, one at a time, beating until combined, then vanilla. That $14/lb price suddenly sounds reasonable. (I didnt want the spices to immediately make me think autumn.) 1 1/2 stick unsalted butter. Odd question, but do you think the spice cake base would translate well to a layer cake? but I wish my rhubarb had stayed pink, it truly faded into that green mossy, faded pink you mention. Of course she wasnt making it anymore by the time I was old enough to think of asking for her recipe. Gorgeous color indeed! Im glad you wrote about not fretting too much about not being able to spread out the batter because I didnt read carefully and plopped the whole dang batter straight into the rhubarb mixture, pushing it all aside and did my best to smooth it out but it turned out totally fine after baking. I think I would like more rhubarb topping next time (I didnt measure a pound, just eyeballed it). Delicious! I am not here to change their mind, anymore than anyone else has succeeded in convincing me over my lifetime that beets are delicious. Let cake cool for 15 minutes before turning onto cake plate. I was forced to improvise some of the ingredients, and I made it with gluten free flour which works fine. Its a great tasting and easy recipe. After rolling out the dough, Waters links trimmed rhubarb stalks in a circle, about an inch and a half from the dough's edge. I made this and it was perfecteven withers the changes I made based on what I had. I adore rhubarb too. In the interest of time, I made this in a cake pan without pre cooking the rhubarb (ie. Toss the rhubarb, cup of the granulated sugar, and cup of the brown sugar together in a bowl. Rhubarb Upside-Down Spice Cake Servings: 8 to 12 Time: About 1 hour If you don't have an ovenproof skillet, a deep (ideally 3-inch sides) 9-inch cake pan or regular depth 10-inch cake pan should work as well. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Will have to repeat next weekend! As if you couldnt get any better, I learn we share a horror of beets! Waters studied French culture at the University of California, Berkeley, receiving a bachelor's degree in 1967. Either way, tastes lovely! Tastes fantastic! I got rid of my skillet because I just never wanted to use it. I cut a few different lengths, worried they werent going to lay nicely, but once they soften up, they naturally assume the shape of the pan. Thank you Deb for all the amazing work of recipe development for sharing your life and passion and redheaded whirlwind! No buttermilk on hand, so I used vinegar/milk. Toss again, and spread in pan. With effortless beauty and incomparable flavor, this cake is ready to eat after its flipped out of the pan (with fresh whipped cream, perhaps?) I love this so, so much my issue with rhubarb is that I love its taste, but while I always want it to look like beautiful candied pieces of garnet, it inevitably just goes to mush with the slightest stirring. My son remembers when he was around 6 and 7 that we had rhubarb growing at our house and he loves it. Same situation here, weve had quite a chilly month so far and I was craving some spices. I always pair rhubarb with cardamom. It was awesome. This looks gorgeous and reminds me of Butter Sugar Flowerss vegan rhubarb-banana skillet cake. Just need to find someone with it growing (actually scope out peoples yards you will just see it growing like a small knee high bush). Making this for myself for Mothers Day; its in the oven and Im am soo excited and my mouth is already watering! I have been wanting to bake something with rhubarb. Featured in: New American Traditions; In a Berkeley Kitchen, A Celebration of Simplicity, 432 calories; 19 grams fat; 12 grams saturated fat; 1 gram trans fat; 5 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 62 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 41 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 193 milligrams sodium. But its the detail in the crust that makes it totally unique. (Cut in thin slices and boil for about 10 mins in a sugar syrup; remove slices, reduce syrup, then put slices and syrup in the bottom of the cake tin and proceed with the cake part.) just tossed it in the bottom of the pan raw with the sugar and lemon). wow, i never knew that, and as a little kid i made mud pies with rhubarb all the time. Thanks Deb for all of my favorite recipes . After rolling out the dough, Waters links trimmed rhubarb stalks in a circle, about an inch and a half from the doughs edge. Arrange 1/4 inch plum wedges over the brown sugar mixture in a way that covers the bottom of the pan completely. I also poured off just a few tablespoons of liquid before baking because there was SO much juice I was certain it would make for a soggy cake. Thanks, now fixed. Its peak rhubarb in Tasmania, but the strawbs are not in yet so I was seeking some rhubarb-only goodness. 1/8 teaspoon salt. I made this in a 7 skillet, half the recipe. The outer edge of this tart isnt just plain dough; its stuffed with something special! In a medium bowl, toss rhubarb and raspberries with 3/4 cup of the sugar. Instead, I made a spice bread to go with the unseasonably cool weather. Add vanilla, and beat in egg yolks one at a time, scraping bowl once or twice. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and butter. Also lemon and orange zest are delicious with it. It does well frozen. Have you ever tried frosting an upside down cake? That is interesting- she also cant tolerate amoxicillin. served warm, with ice cold custard :-D. I made this (gluten free version) for Mothers Day and it came out perfect. It is always my favorite and I will make anything rhubarb related. I had so many strawberries that I sliced up a pint and added them to the rhubarb. Im always impressed by how well thought out your recipes are, Deb. What a wonderful dessert! It's a feast for the eyes (and the taste buds)! Subscribe now for full access. In the midwest mine comes back each year. Add the vanilla and eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Toss the rhubarb, cup of the granulated sugar, and cup of the brown sugar together in a bowl. I made this last night. Cut rhubarb into 5cm lengths. Whisk in the zest and vanilla.Pour in the butter in 3 additions. Yayyyyy! I lost my previous recipe for Rhubarb Upside-down Cake. (i wouldnt have eaten it, i dont think, but still.). My stalks also did not keep their shape at all, and instead are a mush and stringy perhaps I over pre-cooked? So if any of you grow it or buy it with the leaves on be sure your children and dogs do not try to eat it. I subbed the tail end of some full-fat creme fraiche made up to volume with plain yoghurt, since I had no buttermilk. Toss the rhubarb and sugar together, and let sit while you make the cake. I did make some modifications. Leave a Private Note on this recipe and see it here. In a large bowl whisk the eggs and brown sugar together until thick and smooth. 1. -Laurel Bledsoe. Fold whites into batter at a time. My daughter is allergic to strawberries, and Im always on the lookout for rhubarb recipes that dont require strawberries. Kind regards from the Kootenays, British Columbia. My advice: resist the urge to slice the rhubarb too thin and to pour off any liquid after the rhubarb cooks. For batter, in a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until blended. Pour the mixture . Instructions. I made this for my family yesterdayabsolutely delicious! A big hit with the family. And I wasnt too worried about precision. The only slight change I made was that I subbed white sugar for about 1/4 of the brown sugar since I was running low. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your devices and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Equally delicious but a vegan upside-down cake! I dont see why it wouldnt be, so long as the top was protected a little. Hi Deb :) Ive been adding small squares (because, bikini season!) If you dont have an ovenproof skillet, a deep (ideally 3-inch sides) 9-inch cake pan or regular depth 10-inch cake pan should work as well. Love the tart rhubarb with the spiced cake. Spread the mixture onto the bottom of the pan. Add buttermilk; mixture will have a curdly texture but dont worry, its all going to even out. Add vanilla, and egg yolks one a time. This was it. Maybe this weekends market will prove FRUIT-ful HEYO). Home Dishes & Beverages Cakes Upside-Down Cakes. Delicious alternative is sliced apples too! My rhubarb was also on the green side so I cheated and added a little bit of red food coloring to the lemon and sugar and while it wasnt as pretty as Debs, it didnt look like celery. Remove from heat and set skillet aside. Sprinkle mixture with baking powder, salt, and all the spices and beat well to thoroughly mix them in. Is it a regular dinner plate, or a serving plate? Ick! Beat in the vanilla and eggs. We like it served with strawberry ice cream. I too am allergic to strawberries; think this may be why Ive never in my life had rhubarb. Layer with rhubarb; sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 450 for 10 minutes, then at 350 for 30 minutes. And Jersey corn, peaches, blueberries So excited its almost summer! Win win, I say. Loving rhubarb as i do, does this work the same with the green stalked rhubarb? Mine were huge. Ive always marveled at the beautiful colors of rhubarb. I baked it in my cast iron skillet and it came out of the pan beautifully. the little cake was fabulous and this could definitely be made into small servings in many small cake tins. but i roasted some yellow ones a couple of weeks ago and marinated them in a shallot & dijon vinaigrette and had them cold with goat cheese and dill and theyre fantastic that way, imho. Run a knife around edge of cake, and invert onto a wire rack. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available. Can I use frozen rhubarb in small pieces for this? Beat in the egg. Next time I think taking it all down to 1 cup however divided would still be to my liking! Make topping: In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet, trim your rhubarb to lengths that will fit across the bottom in one direction, i.e. Im glad theres more for the rest of us. Just letting people know who might want more of a ta-dah! moment with guests or something. Any ideas on what may have gone wrong? Im not a rhubarb fan, but this may have made me a convert. Set aside. Thanks so much! I liked the delicate flavor of the rhubarb contrasted with the subtle spiciness of the fluffy cake. Serve warm, with whipped cream or ice cream if desired. Makes a beautiful pattern when unmolded. In a large bowl, mix the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Because I know you care about these sorts of things theres a couple of the wrong its in the second paragraph. One tip would be to make sure to transfer all of the liquid from the pan into the cake pan, I would have liked a little more rhubarb juices to keep the cake from drying out. Does not grow well here in NC either, but we are close enough to areas that are cooler, making it less expensive. There is no rhubarb available around me yet (at least, not as of today. Perhaps I cooked them a bit too long. And so when a teacher at my sons school brought me a bag of the most gorgeous, deeply red rhubarb (I really am this lucky), I knew immediately that this cake would have buttery, lightly caramelized stripe-y rhubarb topping draped over it. I always have rhubarbit grows like weeds here, and I harvest in the fall, chopping and freezing for future use. I plan to eat rhubarb crisp nearly every day for the next several weeks. He can eat a few fresh blueberries, and perhaps a blueberry muffin. This results in a rhubarb-stuffed crust! The black tire keeps the soil warm, contained & moist; water once a week. But if the cake sits much longer, it may stick. DO MORE:TWITTERFACEBOOK1K+PINTEREST566PRINT. Sadly, a quick Google search for how to grow rhubarb in Texas yielded multi-page documents explaining that one can start seeds indoors in August and keep them inside for two months (!) will try your recipe one of these rhubarb-filled days (if any rhubarb is left from all the raspberry-rhubarb jam making) thanks for the idea! Fantastic! I reduced the sugar a bit in the cake batter, used only light brown sugar and no granulated, also used runny plain yogurt instead of buttermilk, turned out delicious. Cook the topping in a frying pan and pour it into the prepared cake pan before adding the batter. And not overly sweet. My hubby is not a huge fan of rhubarb (!) Hi Deb, Im just wondering if you think it would be possible to substitute fresh ginger in place of the ground ginger? Im saving this recipe. I was unable to deliver the lard crust, unfortunately, but it was still delicious, meringue and all. A sour cream-rhubarb pie also was great, and two other riffs which werent the usual ones, but I cant think of them offhand. We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer), 15 Cast-Iron Pies That Show Off the Skillets Sweet Side, How to Keep an Avocado from Turning Brown, Do not Sell or Share My Personal Information, 2 large eggs, separated, room temperature, 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional. Beat in the egg. Ill have to give this a try since my rhubarb is beautiful right now. In a separate bowl combine cassava flour, coconut flour, tapioca starch, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and ginger. Ooh yes! Let cool completely. I made it in a 10 cake pan and 35 minutes was exactly right. They are nice with goat cheese in a salad too. As the sugar dissolves, stir to distribute the mixture evenly over the pan. Absolutely. For commenters who dont/cant eat strawberries with their rhubarb, heres what my mother used to make. Add flour mixture alternately with milk, ending with dry ingredients. That said, so many people have reported here that the cake doesnt look as pretty with less pink/red rhubarb, so perhaps its all for the best. YUM. Butter the parchment. In a medium bowl, add the chopped rhubarb, cornstarch and sugar; toss to combine. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Unfortunately, rhubarb does not fare well in hot climates. This is lovely. Looks a whole lot like bacon! I will definitely be making this recipe again and again! 2. I grew up with it in the backyard in a northern clime, and we used to pull stalks, sprinkle them with sugar, and gnaw on them after dinner. Absolutely fantastic, my husband and I both loved this! Ill have to surprise him with this. I am with you on rhubarb, but I also like beets ( pickled with mostly vinegar and onion) and in borscht. Just make sure to cut off any tough ends and discard any leaves. Then, she folds the dough over the rhubarb, making a rope design in the dough. And it was delicious. I cant tell you how many times Ive made it since: I froze a lot of rhubarb last summer so I could continue to make it over the winter. That said, this was tasty but really unattractive. Do you think I could do it in a rectangular pan? I love rhubarb upside-down cake! tart fruit (well, veggie, to be exact, in case of rhubarb) + sweet dough is just the perfect combination for me. I made a 1/2 recipe in a 6 skillet and it worked like a charm. Then, she folds the dough over the rhubarb, making a rope design in the dough. I have a chemistry background and this makes sense to me. I used a pinch more ginger and swapped the cloves and cinnamon for fresh thyme & some cardamom for a more earthy/springy flavor. I live in the mountains of Maine where gardening to grow anything like a tomato is nigh on impossible (until global warming gets worse) but rhubarb is a joy to beholdin June! And I just planted my very own rhubarb plant. Combine sugar, flour and nutmeg; sprinkle over rhubarb. Drizzle with butter. Thank you for the recipe. Blueberries go really well with ruebarb also. Butter the paper and sides of the pan. Reading all the comments about allergy/enzyme deactivation/pollen makes me wish I had paid more attention in biology/chemistry class when I was young. to achieve the proper temperature. Maybe one could put the batter into a piping/ziploc bag and then just squeeze it over the topping in a spiral to avoid all that? ), or a lemon zest curl or something. Baking times will vary a bit; the 9-inch is likely to take longer, a 10-inch, possibly shorter. You end up with tender, whole pieces that have lost nothing in the way of flavour. A hit with both me and my fiance! Though Gooseberries sweetened & baked under a pound cake served with vanilla ice cream flavoured Elderflower cordial is a wonderful thing. Serve warm. And one right instance. Make the topping: Stir together butter, flour, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until moist and crumbly. Just a fabulous cake, and so lovely with the contrast of the rhubarb against the spiced cake. I love rhubarb and I am using it at the moment in my bakings too. I will try again when I get a new receptacle. I see this in my future. I too love all the sweet, winter spices . Thanks in advance and for all of your wonderful recipes:-). Am going to make this cake this weekend! Thanks so much: I made it this morning and have just enjoyed a piece. 1 Tablespoon butter I did some subs (see my comment) and it all worked fine. Check out the WSJ magazine below to read more and to find the amazing rhubarb gallette recipe. My husband adores rhubarb! 2. can I try cooking this in a stainless steel skillet? In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and butter. I strewed this over the rhubarb before adding the batter, and the gingery aroma permeated the cake beautifully. Subscriber benefit: give recipes to anyone. Came out of the pan beautifully. I told her I wanted to make it and she said, Oh but have you ever had rhubarb CUSTARD pie? I dont think Id bother next time since its so tasty I would have been OK with it looking LESS appealing so I had more leftovers ;). The syrup is so yummy, Im saving it to pour over waffles or pancakes. oh but these are gorgeous the greeny onesI can never get it right. Chef Alice Waters. An excuse to use the cast iron! I think we cooked down the rhubarb too much in the beginning stages before adding the batter, or I cut the ribbons down too small. 4 cups rhubarb, coarsely chopped fresh or frozen, 1-inch (2.5cm) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 eggs, at room temperature 1 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder cup buttermilk, at room temperature Makes: 9 inch round Instructions Preheat the oven to 350F (180C). This was round 2 of an upside down rhubarb cake first iteration a repeat from last years discovery on food52 loved this one for the added spices and the long stripes of rhubarb which indeed just about melt in the baking process and the whole thing plops fabulously out of the cast iron skillet! Toss to coat berries well. Absolutely. Thanks for another excellent recipe! I realize that spring is supposed to be all flowers and pastels, lightness and lemon zest, but all of these cool, rainy days in the last month make me crave winter spices, no matter how many tomatoes and herbs I have planted this week (so many, eee) in hopes, despite all historical evidence, that this is the year I excel at container gardening. I just made this today after workso yummy! Method Preheat oven to 180C. When I made my rhubarb upside-down cake several years ago, I used chopped rhubarb and it was lovely. 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That should read Strawberry rhubarb pie. Line bottom of a 10-inch cast iron skillet with parchment paper, generously butter sides of skillet and parchment and set aside. I never made a connection there. 3 It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionists advice. Thanks!! I made this yesterday. But its SO LITTLE, its not that big of a deal here. 1 piece: 240 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 254mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Rhubarb Cream Pie I just got so slimy. Thank you! This recipe uses orange juice and cornstarch to ensure that the caramel stays nice and velvety. I made this today with freshly harvested rhubarb from the garden. Also, all you had to say was rhubarb and my mouth started watering! cast-iron or other heavy ovenproof skillet. Sure. OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS Theres no cream, and that bit of nutmeg really does it for me! Without the rhubarb, of course. This sounds wonderful, i agree cooked beets are fine but not really exciting. Its hard to find in Nashville too but easy to grow. My Indiana childhood memories are filled with my grandmother growing rhubarb and making the most amazing crisp out of it. 1 1/2 cups sugar Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Sprinkle sugar into skillet and add lemon zest; use your fingers to mix the zest into the sugar; the grit of the sugar will help release the most flavor from it. You are amazing. Nevertheless, it was absolutely delicious, and was pulled together easily while I was making Debs Pumpkin Black Bean Soup, which is an old favorite of ours. I was crossing my fingers and it worked out. Store the stalksin a plastic bag with a few holes poked in it. Baked for 35 minutes and I tested in several spots with a toothpick but nothing stuck to it. This cake has a crumb "topping" that actually ends up on the bottom. Butter and line an 8-inch square pan with parchment. Place the rhubarb in the prepared pan pink side down, trimming the pieces to fit snugly in the pan. Ahthis is very enlightening. Line a springform pan with a piece of parchment paper. Thanks! Ive never made one of your recipes that wasnt exceptional!! If possible, grab the most vibrantly colored ones for a jewel-toned pink dessert. You can skip them or add other flavors. I am definitely a rhubard convert. Too bad more folks arent freezing it. This rhubarb upside-down cake is an elegant spring cake that showcases absolutely stunning fresh seasonal fruits. Rhubarb was already cut into small pieces. Serve with slightly sweetened whipped cream, flavored, if desired, with orange liqueur. Since there were only two of us home for the weekend, in the interest of my waistline, I made half the recipe and used a small size spring form pan (which fortunately never, ever leaks). I made this! Thanks for the recipe Deb, we have the most gorgeous red rhubarb at my familys garden centre and I love using it up! I want to make this NOW! Ingredients. If I had seen this last night, I would have made it then. No, I did not accidentally add a 1 in front of the 4. Hi Deb looks great. This cake looks fantastic, but it shouldnt be deadly! Scrape the rhubarb and syrup into the cake pan and leave to cool. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I made this last night, and its delicious! In 2018, Food & Wine named this recipe one of our 40 best. Let me know if you want the recipe. Another huge success, thanks to Smitten Kitchen. My grandmother has been growing hers for years and its always more green than red, which only seems to make my cakes less pretty. Well, that, and its just not a thing where I live. ), I can vouch for Jersey tomatoes! I made this in a cake pan. This looks just perfect for the rainy Friday we are having here too in Toronto. And thoughts?? For the sauce; in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the brown sugar and butter. I still declare a strawberry allergy on any medical forms because some drugs are derived from plants.. Apples and pears are common, plus stone fruits including cherries. Thank you so much! Made this yesterday. A cake by beloved chef Alice Waters can be made with apples, pears, peaches. Layer the rhubarb across the bottom of the pan in a grid pattern, adding any remaining sugar mixture to the pan. 3/4 cup brown sugar. :). We love that you made this rhubarb cake in a skillet! Yes, but all pot racks are only as sturdy as theyre put up. Or, perhaps, less like well, this angle can look a little meaty. Preheat oven to 325. Ive had decent results just subbing out strawberries for more rhubarb in things like Debs strawberry rhubarb crisp bars. Toss rhubarb with 3/4 cup sugar; let stand for 2 minutes. Makes the kitchen smell like a spiced heaven and folks all around lick their forks for more. Do you think you could use diced/chopped rhubarb instead of long thin slices? So awesome. Remove rhubarb and cut each stalk lengthwise into thin (about 1/4-inch thick) ribbons. The cake is in the oven and smells so good! 2 3/4 cups fresh cranberries. Each bite has a surprisingly crunchy texture. Ive become so fascinated with vegetable and fruit origins now that we live somewhere where food just GROWS out of the ground. Cant wait to try it. I have also discovered that the same technique works well with other fruit: apples, pears, apricots, even oranges. I always look to you for inspiration when Im trying to find words to explain my dish. My almost-8 year old declared it the best cake ever. I made this last night and sneaked a piece of the still-cooling cake before bed. That made the mixture very wet, so I siphoned off half a cup of liquid. I feel like it wouldnt matter, but maybe the rhubarb wouldnt stay on top/bottom nicely after its flipped? (it grew in both my grammas & great aunts yards but i dont remember them ever harvesting it to eat.) Stephanie is a home cook in NYC where she enjoys exploring the city's best food and re-creating meals in her tiny kitchen. Preheat oven to 350F. Made it in my 10 inch cast iron and is absolutely delicious seemed like a ton of liquid from a little over a pound of rhubarb but turned out perfect. It would make the cake a little deeper. This looks SO good! Coat the sides with butter or nonstick spray. This was a lovely way to show them off! Toss to combine. Its incredible. Looks really good. Mix together melted butter, sugars, and chopped rhubarb. Any idea where the teacher lives? Toss rhubarb with 3/4 cup sugar; let stand for 2 minutes. Place the bag in a crisper drawer so that the air circulation can prevent the rhubarb from growing limp. I am a sucker for creative, easy dishes like this that also create minimal dishes/mess. Bake until top is browned and cake pulls away slightly from edges of pan, 25 to 35 minutes. Ive felt confident since. It tastes really delicious! Only halved the sugar on the rhubarb, No probleem. It looked like meat, and not nearly as pretty-pink as yours. For cake, whisk the flour, baking powder and salt together in a small bowl and set aside. I cut the sugar in the rhubarb to 1/2 cup and used 3/4 sugar in the cake, and it came out great. The number one way to make sure a cake does not stick is to prepare the pan. Dot with 4 tablespoons butter (cut into pieces). Thanks for the recipe. 2 eggs, well beaten Coconut milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice, perhaps? I made this and it was delicious, but I made a few mistakes that kept it from being even better. Grease and line a loaf tin with butter and baking paper. The Wall Street Journal Magazine photographed key steps in Alice Waters rhubarb galette. Once they were sliced/mashed and marinated in sugar or cooked or baked it was okay. 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