Description
This easy homemade Rhubarb Bread recipe combines fresh rhubarb with wholesome, plant-based ingredients to create a moist, subtly tangy treat. Perfectly balancing tartness and natural sweetness, this bread is suitable for various dietary needs and ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (natural)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (natural)
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (natural) or agave syrup (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Additional Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups fresh rhubarb, washed and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rhubarb: Wash and finely chop fresh rhubarb to release its vibrant tangy flavor evenly throughout the bread batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and natural gelling agent in a large bowl to ensure even distribution.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix plant-based milk, vegetable oil, natural sweetener, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and vanilla extract (natural) until smooth and blended.
- Bring It All Together: Slowly add the wet ingredients into the dry mix, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the bread.
- Fold in Rhubarb and Nuts: Carefully fold in chopped rhubarb and optional nuts like walnuts or pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking down the fruit.
- Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Notes
- Dice Rhubarb Small: Finely chop rhubarb to prevent large soggy spots in the bread.
- Don’t Overmix: Stir wet and dry ingredients just until combined to maintain a tender crumb.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh rhubarb and quality plant-based milk enhance flavor and texture remarkably.
- Test for Doneness: Check with a toothpick near the end of baking time to avoid overbaking.
- Let It Cool Completely: Allow the bread to rest before slicing to set its texture and prevent crumbling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: rhubarb bread, plant-based bread, vegan bread, gluten-free rhubarb bread, homemade rhubarb bread, tangy bread, moist bread