Cherry Rhubarb Coffee Cake

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cherry Rhubarb Coffee Cake.

1. Step 1

   Begin by heating a large saucepan over medium-low heat, then add the chopped rhubarb and a splash of lemon juice.

2. Step 2

   Stir frequently for about five minutes until the rhubarb becomes tender and fragrant.

3. Step 3

   In a separate bowl, blend together one cup of sugar and cornstarch, then incorporate this mixture into the softened rhubarb.

4. Step 4

   Continue cooking and stirring until the filling thickens and bubbles, which should take around five minutes.

5. Step 5

   Gently fold in the cherry pie filling, then set the mixture aside to cool for about ten minutes.

6. Step 6

   While the filling cools, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it lightly.

7. Step 7

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together three cups of flour, one cup of sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

8. Step 8

   Cut in one cup of cubed butter until the mixture resembles fine crumbs, evoking the texture of sandy shores.

9. Step 9

   In another bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract, then pour this wet mixture into the flour blend, stirring just until the batter is moistened—don’t overmix, as a few lumps are perfectly fine.

10. Step 10

    Spread a little more than half of the batter into the prepared baking dish, creating a cozy base for your filling.

11. Step 11

    Spoon the cherry-rhubarb mixture over the batter, then dollop teaspoonfuls of the remaining batter on top, allowing it to peek through like clouds in a summer sky.

12. Step 12

    In a separate bowl, mix together one and a half cups of sugar and one and a half cups of flour, then cut in half a cup of cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

13. Step 13

    Sprinkle this crumbly topping generously over the batter in the baking dish.

14. Step 14

    Bake in your preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean, revealing a golden, inviting dessert that’s sure to delight.

15. Step 15

    Enjoy the sweet aroma wafting through your kitchen as you await the delicious results!.