Description
Knuspriger Mürbeteig trifft auf cremigen Vanillepudding, bedeckt von fruchtig-säuerlichem Rhabarber und luftiger, goldbrauner Baiserhaube – ein unwiderstehlich zarter, aromatischer Frühlingsgenuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g Mehl
- 1 TL Backpulver
- 100 g Zucker
- 100 g Butter
- 1 Ei(er)
- 1 Pck. Puddingpulver, Vanillegeschmack
- 500 ml Milch
- 1 Becher Schmand
- 500 g Rhabarber
- 2 Eiweiß
- 1 EL Zucker
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the dough for the base of the cake. In a large mixing bowl, combine 200 g of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 100 g of sugar, 100 g of cold butter (cut into small cubes), and 1 whole egg. Using your hands or a pastry cutter, knead the ingredients together until a smooth, homogeneous dough forms. The dough should come together into a ball and not stick to your hands.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow it to firm up, making it easier to roll out later.
- While the dough is chilling, wash and peel the rhubarb if necessary. Cut the rhubarb into small, bite-sized pieces, about 1-2 cm in length. Place the chopped rhubarb in a bowl and sprinkle with a little sugar to macerate while you prepare the pudding filling. This helps to reduce the rhubarb’s tartness.
- Prepare the vanilla pudding according to the package instructions. In general, pour 500 ml of milk into a saucepan and bring it to a gentle boil. In a separate bowl, mix the vanilla pudding powder with a few tablespoons of the cold milk and some sugar (as directed on the package) to create a smooth paste. Pour this mixture into the hot milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring, until the pudding thickens.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the pudding to cool slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming. Once the pudding is only slightly warm, fold in 1 cup of Schmand (sour cream) until well combined. Then, gently mix in the sugared rhubarb pieces, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the pudding mixture.
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) with a fan (Umluft) setting.
- Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and place it on a lightly floured surface. Roll the dough out into a circle large enough to cover the bottom and about 2-3 cm up the sides of a 26 cm (10-inch) springform pan.
- Transfer the rolled dough into the greased springform pan, pressing it gently to fit the bottom and sides. Trim any excess dough hanging over the edges.
- Pour the prepared pudding-rhubarb mixture onto the dough base, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake the cake for approximately 45 minutes at 190°C with fan (Umluft), or until the edges of the cake are golden and the filling is set.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the meringue topping. In a clean, grease-free mixing bowl, add 2 egg whites. Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites on medium-high speed until they form soft peaks. Gradually add 1 tablespoon of sugar while beating, and continue mixing until the egg whites are glossy and form stiff peaks.
- After 45 minutes of baking, remove the cake from the oven. Carefully spread the meringue evenly over the hot cake using a spatula or the back of a spoon, creating decorative swirls if desired.
- Return the cake to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes at 190°C with fan, or until the meringue is lightly golden and set.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan. Once cooled, carefully run a knife around the edge to loosen the cake, then remove the springform ring.
- Serve the Rhabarberkuchen mit Vanillepudding und Baiser slightly chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use fresh rhubarb and make sure to chill the dough before rolling it out to prevent shrinkage during baking. The meringue should be added only after the cake has baked, so it stays soft and light. The cake tastes wonderful when served the same day but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you prefer a slightly sweeter cake, increase the sugar added to the rhubarb or the pudding according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Kuchen Rezepte
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 Portionen
- Calories: 400-500
- Sugar: 38-53g
- Sodium: 180-300mg
- Fat: 20-30g
- Saturated Fat: 11-15g
- Carbohydrates: 55-70g
- Fiber: 1-3g
- Protein: 4-8g
- Cholesterol: 60-120mg