Description
When rhubarb is in season and plentiful, this Cinnamon Swirl Rhubarb Bread is the perfect, no-fuss way to highlight its tangy charm. Blending the cozy warmth of cinnamon, the bright tartness of rhubarb, and a touch of sweetness, this easy recipe is a delightful summer baking essential.
Ingredients
For the Bread
- 2 cups rhubarb raw, sliced thin or diced
- 2 cups flour , unbleached is best
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt full-fat
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (Canola oil preferred)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/4 cup sugar granulated
- 2 t cinnamon
Instructions
Step-by-Step Method:
Preheat Oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready while you prepare the ingredients.Prepare the Loaf Pan:
Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking and ensure an even bake.Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together:All-purpose flour
Brown sugar
Baking soda
Salt
Chopped rhubarb
Mix Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, combine until smooth:Greek yogurt
Vegetable oil
Vanilla extract
Egg
Combine Ingredients:
Gently stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Do not overmix to avoid a dense texture. Carefully fold in the chopped rhubarb.Create the Cinnamon Swirl:
In a small bowl, mix:Granulated sugar
Ground cinnamon
Layer the Batter:
Pour half the batter into the loaf pan
Sprinkle with half the cinnamon-sugar mixture
Add the remaining batter
Finish with the remaining cinnamon-sugar topping
Add Nuts (Optional):
Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top for extra flavor and crunch.Bake:
Place in the oven and bake for 60–70 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center—if it comes out clean, the bread is done.Cool:
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.Serve:
Slice and enjoy this deliciously layered, cinnamon-spiced rhubarb bread.
Notes
Avoid Overmixing: Overworking the batter leads to a dense, chewy texture.
Prevent Overbrowning: If the top starts to brown too quickly, loosely cover with foil during the final minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 15minutes minutes
- Cook Time: 45minutes minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 391kcal