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German Rhubarb Streusel Cake – Best Traditional Recipe

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German Rhubarb Streusel Cake is a traditional dessert featuring a soft buttery cake base, tangy rhubarb filling, and a crunchy streusel topping.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
  • 1/3 cup sugar (for rhubarb)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 cup flour (for streusel)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, cold
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
  2. Mix chopped rhubarb with sugar and cornstarch.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and mix well.
  5. Combine flour and baking powder, then mix into batter.
  6. Spread batter evenly into the pan.
  7. Add rhubarb filling over the batter.
  8. Mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter to create streusel crumbs.
  9. Sprinkle streusel topping over the rhubarb.
  10. Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

  • Use fresh rhubarb for the best flavor.
  • Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • The cake can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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