Persian Love Cake

Name: Persian Love Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cup (150g) all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 3/4 cup (200g) almond flour; 8 tablespoons (113g) unsalted butter, (softened or at room temperature, plus more for greasing the cake pan); 1 cup (225g) granulated sugar; 4 large eggs; 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt; Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon; Zest and juice of 1/2 orange; 1 tablespoon rosewater; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; Juice of 1 lemon; 2 drops of; 1 cup (125g) powdered sugar; 2 drops of (rosewater); 1 to 2 tablespoons edible dried rose petals; 1 to 2 tablespoons crushed pistachios

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:40min

This moist cake scented with rosewater, citrus, and aromatic spices will bring the flavors of the Middle East to your kitchen. Serve for an unexpected dinner party dessert, Valentine’s day treat, or for a Sunday afternoon tea with friends.

Updated at: Sun, 20 Apr 2025 11:48:38 GMT