Embark on a culinary journey to Persia with this delectable Persian-style Apple Cake recipe. This traditional dessert, also known as Shirin Sib, captivates the senses with its aromatic blend of spices, the crunch of walnuts, and the sweetness of apples wrapped in a tender, golden crust. Discover the secrets of Persian cuisine as you explore this beloved cake, along with its enticing variations: a moist and nutty Walnut Cake, a delicate Orange Cake infused with citrusy flavors, and a rich and indulgent Date Cake. Each recipe promises a unique taste experience, inviting you to savor the diverse flavors of Persian baking.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PERSIAN STYLE APPLE CAKE
Make and share this Persian Style Apple Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Artandkitchen
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix eggs and sugar with a food processor until soft. Stir in the flour, the cornstarch and the baking powder to soft dough.
- Cover your square mold of 30 to 40 cm with baking paper and smear your dough.
- Bake 12 minutes at 180°C (heat and timing are basing it on convection oven).
- Mix the apples, with rosewater, sugar and raisins. Heat in the microwave until hot (it takes about 8-10 minutes). You can do it in a pan too.
- Mix the water with the starch well in a glass and add to the apples mix.
- Heat again until it thickens. And spread the apple mix on the baked dough.
- Prepare your chocolate frosting as indicated by the instructions and brush it on the apples mix.
PERSIAN LOVE CAKE
Persian love cake is moist, spongy and will enchant you with its exotic flavors of rose, cardamom and saffron. Luxuriously packed with almonds and sprinkled with pistachios, it is so easy to make!
Provided by Roxana Begum
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven at 350 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine oil and ghee together. Add the sugar and whisk it all together until creamy.
- Then add eggs, one at a time and whisk it very well.
- Next add the thick yogurt and whisk it all together into a fluffy mixture.
- Add rose water, ground cardamom and stir it in.
- Sift the almond flour, all purpose flour and semolina flour, one by one and lightly whisk it in.
- Sprinkle baking powder all over, add pinch salt and incorporate it very well into the mixture.
- Pour the cake batter into a greased 10 inch springform cake pan that has been lined with parchment paper in the bottom.
- Tap the bottom of the cake pan on the kitchen counter to even out the cake batter. Scatter the almond slices all over the cake batter.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 to 40 minutes until it is golden on the top and a cake tester or toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the syrup.
- Combine honey and orange juice and bring it to a boil.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Then stir in the rose water and ground saffron into the syrup. Turn off the heat and add the pistachios.
- Using a thin wooden skewer or a sharp pointed kitchen knife/utensil poke fine holes all over the cake.
- Pour the warm syrup over the warm cake and let the syrup soak in for several hours or overnight.
- Decorate with fresh or dried edible rose petals and more slivered nuts. Serve with rose water cream if you like (see blog post).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Sodium 28 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 22 g, ServingSize 1 Wedge
ALMOND CAKE WITH CARDAMOM AND PISTACHIO
This moist and springy Persian almond cake is generously spiced with ground cardamom (two full teaspoons). We like it with fresh berries. If you want to serve it for Passover, be sure to use kosher for Passover confectioners' sugar; you could also use a tablespoon of matzo meal in place of the tablespoon of almond flour, but the cake is delicious without it.
Provided by Joan Nathan
Categories cakes, dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield One 9-inch cake (10 to 12 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. Oil a 9-inch round or square pan and set aside. Using a stand mixer, whisk egg whites until stiff but not dry, and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine egg yolks and sugar, and whisk to blend. Whisk in almond extract and oil. Add almond flour and cardamom. Gently stir a third of the whites into the batter, then gently fold in the rest until just incorporated.
- Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 50 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pan and finish cooling on a rack. To decorate, dust with confectioners' sugar and chopped pistachios.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 644, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 51 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 43 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use a food processor or blender to quickly and easily combine the cake batter.
- If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can also mix the batter by hand. Just be sure to mix it until it is smooth and well combined.
- Use fresh apples for the best flavor. If you are using store-bought apples, be sure to wash them thoroughly before using.
- Peel the apples if you prefer. However, you can also leave the peels on for a more rustic look and flavor.
- Be sure to slice the apples thinly so that they cook evenly.
- If you want a sweeter cake, you can add more sugar to the batter. However, be careful not to add too much sugar, or the cake will be too sweet.
- Serve the cake warm or at room temperature. It is also delicious served with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion:
This Persian-style apple cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. It is perfect for any occasion, from a casual gathering to a special celebration. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The apples add a delicious crunch and texture to the cake. If you are looking for a new and exciting apple cake recipe, I highly recommend trying this Persian-style apple cake. You won't be disappointed!
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