Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup milk
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon rose water
– ½ cup ground pistachios
– ¼ cup chopped pistachios (for garnish)
– Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Creating Rose Water & Pistachio Moss Cake can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next.
5. Mix in Milk and Rose Water: Gradually add the milk and rose water to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
6. Combine Mixtures: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. Fold in Ground Pistachios: Gently fold in the ground pistachios for added texture and flavor.
8. Divide Batter: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
9. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Cool the Cakes: Remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in their pans for 15-20 minutes. Then, gently transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
11. Assemble the Cake: Once cooled, place one layer on a serving platter. If desired, spread a thin layer of frosting or whipped cream between the layers.
12. Garnish: Top with the second layer and sprinkle chopped pistachios and powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 slices
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 7g