Description
A multi-layered cake that beautifully combines the delicate flavors of rose water and the nutty crunch of pistachios, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup ground pistachios
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp rose water
- Fresh flowers or berries for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
- Create the batter by beating together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the dry ingredients in another bowl, whisking together flour, baking powder, and ground pistachios.
- Integrate the mixtures by gradually adding the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
- Divide and pour the batter evenly across the three prepared pans, then bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool the cakes in their pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare the frosting by whipping together cream cheese, heavy cream, and rose water until soft peaks form.
- Layer your cake by placing one layer on a serving plate, spreading frosting on top, and repeating for the next layers, finishing with a frosted exterior.
- Serve and enjoy each delicate bite of this luxurious creation!
Notes
For a different flavor, consider substituting rose water with orange blossom water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg