Description
Persian Love Cake is a delightful dessert that envelops your senses with its aromatic blend of cardamom and rosewater. This beautifully moist cake, adorned with crunchy pistachios, is perfect for any occasion. Whether served at a family gathering or a festive celebration, each slice promises an explosion of flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. Simple to prepare, this cake is sure to impress your guests and make any moment special.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp rosewater
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- ½ cup chopped pistachios (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and cardamom.
- In another bowl, combine yogurt, melted butter, eggs, milk, rosewater, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently mix in chopped pistachios and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg