Description
This Orange Cardamom Glazed Cake is a delightful treat featuring warm cardamom, bright citrus, and crunchy pistachios. It’s perfect for a special occasion or a moment of self-indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7oz) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and a tender crumb.
- 150g (⅔ cup) Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness and a light texture.
- 100g (½ cup) Unsalted Butter, Softened: For richness and flavor; cream with sugar.
- 3 Large Eggs: Bind ingredients and add richness.
- 120ml (½ cup) Whole Milk: Adds moisture and tenderness.
- 2 tsp (10ml) Ground Cardamom: The key spice for warm, fragrant flavor.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Baking Powder: Leavening agent for a light texture.
- ½ tsp (2.5ml) Baking Soda: Works with baking powder for a perfect rise.
- ¼ tsp (1.25ml) Salt: Enhances flavors and balances sweetness.
- Zest of 1 Orange: Provides bright citrus aroma and flavor.
- 2 tbsp (30ml) Fresh Orange Juice: Adds fresh orange flavor and moisture.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
- 100g (3.5oz) Powdered Sugar (for glaze): Creates a smooth glaze.
- 2 tbsp (30ml) Fresh Orange Juice (for glaze): Adds citrus tang to the glaze.
- ½ tsp (2.5ml) Ground Cardamom (for glaze): Reinforces cardamom flavor in the glaze.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Orange Blossom Water (for glaze): Adds a delicate floral aroma.
- 30g (¼ cup) Pistachios, Toasted: Provides crunch and nutty flavor.
- Fresh Orange Zest Strip: Adds visual appeal and citrus aroma.
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease/line an 8-inch cake pan.
- Combine Dry: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cardamom.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in orange zest, juice, and vanilla.
- Alternate Wet & Dry: Gradually add dry and wet ingredients, beginning and ending with dry.
- Bake: Pour into pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool: Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then invert to cool completely.
- Prepare Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, orange juice, cardamom, and orange blossom water.
- Glaze & Garnish: Drizzle glaze over cooled cake and sprinkle with pistachios and orange zest.
Notes
Toasting pistachios enhances their flavor. Use softened, not melted, butter for optimal creaming. Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: cake,orange,cardamom,pistachio,glaze,baking,dessert,citrus,spice