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
- 2ย cupsย rhubarbย raw, sliced thin or diced
- 2ย cupsย flourย , unbleached is best
- 1ย cupย brown sugar
- 1ย tspย baking soda
- 1ย tspย salt
- 3/4ย cupย Greek yogurtย full-fat
- 1/2ย cupย vegetable oilย (Canola oil preferred)
- 1ย tspย vanilla extract
- 1ย egg
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/4ย cupย sugarย granulated
- 2ย tย cinnamon
Instructions
Step-by-Step Method:
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Preheat Oven:
Set your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) to get it ready while you prepare the ingredients. -
Prepare the Loaf Pan:
Grease and flour a standard 9ร5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking and ensure an even bake. -
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together:-
All-purpose flour
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Brown sugar
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Baking soda
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Salt
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Chopped rhubarb
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Mix Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, combine until smooth:-
Greek yogurt
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Vegetable oil
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Vanilla extract
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Egg
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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
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Ground cinnamon
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Layer the Batter:
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Pour half the batter into the loaf pan
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Sprinkle with half the cinnamon-sugar mixture
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Add the remaining batter
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Finish with the remaining cinnamon-sugar topping
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Add Nuts (Optional):
Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts on top for extra flavor and crunch. -
Bake:
Place in the oven and bake for 60โ70 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the centerโif 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
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Avoid Overmixing: Overworking the batter leads to a dense, chewy texture.
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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