Honey Pistachio Cake with Rose Glaze
Honey Pistachio Cake with Rose Glaze is a delightful dessert that combines the warm sweetness of honey, the crunchy texture of pistachios, and a fragrant rose glaze. This enchanting cake is not only visually stunning but also offers a unique flavor profile that will impress at any gathering. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just because, this cake is an easy yet elegant treat that brings a touch of magic to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 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
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup pure honey
- 1 cup toasted pistachios (chopped)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp rose water (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp milk or water (to thin glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
- Stir in honey and gradually combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Fold in chopped pistachios gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with rose water and add milk/water until smooth but thick enough to drizzle.
- Allow cake to cool before drizzling with rose glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 58mg