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Baked Sticky Rhubarb Pudding

Baked Sticky Rhubarb Pudding: A Sweet Spring Delight

Experience the delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors in this Baked Sticky Rhubarb Pudding, a comforting dessert perfect for spring.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rhubarb Layer
  • 4 cups Chopped Rhubarb Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is recommended
For the Cake Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free blend
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy or non-dairy
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Can replace with vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Real vanilla preferred
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark varieties work
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickens topping
  • 2 cups Boiling Water Essential for sauce

Equipment

  • 9-inch square baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
  2. In the baking dish, evenly spread chopped rhubarb and sprinkle with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
  4. Pour batter over the rhubarb mixture without stirring, spreading gently for even coverage.
  5. Combine brown sugar and cornstarch in a small bowl and sprinkle over the batter. Pour boiling water evenly on top.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly on top. A toothpick should come out clean or with crumbs.
  7. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving warm, optional with ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

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