Rhubarb Torte

Rhubarb Torte

An excellent dessert for after a hearty meal. I have also made the filling with raspberries, strawberries and blueberries, separately or mixed them together for a bumbleberry torte!

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
60 mins
Yield:
1 to 9 – inch square pan
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup margarine
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 3 ½ cups chopped rhubarb
  • 3 egg whites
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup white sugar

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.)

Step 2
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, margarine and confectioners' sugar. Mix together until it forms a ball. Press into the bottom and sides of a 9 inch square pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 3
In a saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, yolks and milk. Stir together, then add chopped rhubarb. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Pour into hot crust.

Step 4
In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over rhubarb filling, covering completely.

Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

387
Calories
13g
Fat
63g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 387
% Daily Value *
Total Fat13g 17%
Saturated Fat3g 14%
Cholesterol78mg 26%
Sodium162mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate63g 23%
Dietary Fiber2g 5%
Total Sugars47g
Protein5g
Vitamin C4mg 22%
Calcium74mg 6%
Iron1mg 7%
Potassium223mg 5%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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