Description
A moist, tangy-sweet quick bread made with fresh rhubarb and warm spices, perfect for springtime breakfasts or snacks.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 2 cups diced rhubarb
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flours, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, combine the sugars, oil, yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the diced rhubarb and nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Fresh or frozen rhubarb can be used—if frozen, do not thaw before adding.
- Substitute applesauce for some of the oil for a lighter version.
- Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg