Description
Discover the delightful taste of Buttermilk Rhubarb Bread, a perfect blend of sweet and tart that transforms seasonal rhubarb into a moist, flavorful loaf. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, showcasing the unique characteristics of rhubarb paired with the richness of buttermilk. Infused with crunchy pecans and topped with a sweet crumbly mixture, this bread is not only comforting but also versatile enough to complement your morning coffee or serve as a delightful afternoon treat. Enjoy it warm, toasted, or even with a scoop of ice cream for dessert. Embrace the flavors of spring with this irresistible homemade bread!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 1 3/4 cups brown sugar
- 2/3 cup canola oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups rhubarb (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 1 cup pecans (coarsely chopped for a better crunch)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)
- 1/4 tsp salt (for topping)
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg and brown sugar until combined. Stir in canola oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in diced rhubarb and chopped pecans.
- For the topping, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt; cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle topping over it. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg