Description
The Cardamom Pistachio Semolina Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of cardamom and pistachios with the unique texture of semolina. This cake is moist, aromatic, and has a lovely nutty crunch from the pistachios, often soaked in a fragrant rose syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (160g) semolina
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (180ml) plain yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped pistachios
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Rose Syrup, you will need:
- 1/2 cup (100g) sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) water
- 1 tbsp rosewater
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine semolina, baking powder, ground cardamom, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth, then add yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined, then fold in chopped pistachios.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the rose syrup and pour it over the cooled cake, allowing it to soak for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Check your oven temperature for accurate baking.
- Store leftovers wrapped tightly to prevent drying out.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cardamom, Pistachio, Semolina, Cake, Dessert, Middle Eastern, South Asian