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Best Cinnamon Rhubarb Bread

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This cinnamon rhubarb bread is soft, moist, and bursting with the perfect balance of tart rhubarb and warm cinnamon flavor. It’s easy to make and ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 10 slices)
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped rhubarb (fresh or thawed if frozen)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then mix in brown sugar, oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped rhubarb.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Add a cinnamon-sugar topping before baking for extra crunch.
  • Chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans add great texture.
  • White chocolate chips can be added for a sweeter version.
  • Replace part of the flour with whole wheat for a nuttier flavor.
  • Use applesauce in place of some oil for a lighter loaf.

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