Honey Pistachio Cake with Rose Glaze
Honey Pistachio Cake with Rose Glaze is a delectable dessert that harmoniously blends the sweetness of honey with the rich crunch of toasted pistachios. This tender cake, adorned with a glossy rose glaze, offers a delightful floral aroma and stunning presentation, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or indulging in a sweet treat after dinner, this cake promises to impress and create lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup honey
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup toasted pistachios (chopped)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp rose water
- 2 tbsp milk or cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an eight-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and honey until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by the milk until smooth.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; gently fold in chopped pistachios.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with rose water and milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Toast pistachios lightly for enhanced flavor. Experiment with nut substitutions like almonds or walnuts for variety. Try different glazes such as lemon or orange for a citrus twist.