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Persian Love Cake

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Persian Love Cake is a luxurious dessert infused with the exotic flavors of cardamom, rosewater, and citrus zest. This moist, fragrant cake is topped with a delicate rosewater glaze, making it perfect for romantic occasions like Valentine’s Day or anniversaries. It combines sweetness, warmth, and floral notes for a truly enchanting experience.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1 tbsp citrus zest (lemon or orange)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp rosewater
  • 1/2 cup butter or oil, melted

For the Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp rosewater
  • 2 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch cake pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cardamom, and citrus zest.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Add the yogurt (or buttermilk), rosewater, and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
  • Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients and stir until fully incorporated.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is golden and firm. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
  • While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, rosewater, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
  • Once the cake is done, allow it to cool completely before drizzling the glaze over the top.
  • Slice and serve!

Notes

  • Rosewater Substitution: If you don’t have rosewater, orange blossom water or vanilla extract can be used.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free flour blend to make this cake gluten-free.
  • Add Nuts: For texture, consider adding chopped pistachios or almonds to the batter

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