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Persian Love Cake


Description

A delightful dessert with moist texture, fragrant flavors of rose water and cardamom, topped with crunchy pistachios.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon rose water
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 cup crushed pistachios
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in yogurt, milk, rose water, and cardamom until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle crushed pistachios on top.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Try adding orange or lemon zest for a citrus twist, or substitute yogurt with sour cream for a tangy flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Persian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg
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