RHUBARB BERRY COFFEE CAKE

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I rely on a cake mix to speed the prep for this moist streusel-topped dessert that pairs tart rhubarb with sweet strawberries. It's great all by itself, but feel free to add some frosting or ice cream. -Jackie Heyer, Cushing, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size), divided
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
2/3 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sour cream
2 large eggs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups finely chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
Cream cheese frosting or vanilla ice cream, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup cake mix and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Add walnuts; set aside. , In another bowl, combine the sour cream, eggs, flour and remaining cake mix; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Fold in rhubarb and strawberries. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture., Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , If desired, drizzle with frosting or serve with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 253mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.