KUWAITI SAFFRON CARDAMOM CAKE

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Posted for a call for Kuwaiti recipes in NA*ME forum. Originally posted on http://yasmeen-healthnut.blogspot.com with gorgeous photos!

Provided by UmmBinat

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 6 pieces, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup wheat flour (not coarse ground)
1 pinch saffron thread, crushed and soaked in 2 tablespoon warm milk for 20 minutes
1 pinch turmeric
1 organic egg, separated
1 cup buttermilk
3/4 cup sugar with finely chopped dates or 3/4 cup dates, paste
1 teaspoon fresh ground cardamom
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or 1/4 cup almonds

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350°F Grease a round 8-inch cake pan with light butter and line with parchment paper.
  • In a medium mixing bowl whisk together the egg white until light and fluffy with soft peaks.Using spatula gently fold in the syrup used or the sugar along with cardamom and turmeric.
  • Beat the yolk separately in another mixing bowl with the butter milk,the saffron infused milk and the oil.
  • Sift together the flours and baking powder together in to a large mixing bowl, then slowly fold in the egg white mixture and york mixture.
  • Pour in the prepared pan and sprinkle the top with the nuts.Bakes for about 25 minutes until the top is light brown in color.
  • Cool completely and slice.

Emran Hasmi
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I've tried many saffron cakes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the cake is so moist.


Freya Kittle
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This is one of my favorite cakes to make. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Frehiwot Kiros
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I'm not a big fan of cardamom, but I really enjoyed this cake. The saffron flavor was dominant and the cardamom was subtle.


CREATIVE BRAND
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and flavorful cake that everyone will love.


Maryan apdilaahi Guleed
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I love the unique flavor of this cake. The saffron and cardamom really shine through.


Majory Kapamba
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Diane Trevino
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so moist and flavorful, and the saffron and cardamom give it a really unique taste.


Jon Goodacre
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This cake is a must-try for any fan of Middle Eastern cuisine. The saffron and cardamom give it a unique and flavorful taste that is sure to please everyone.


Een persoon
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of saffron, but I'm glad I did. The cake was delicious! The saffron flavor was subtle and not overpowering.


Kathryn Zulu
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The saffron and cardamom gave it a lovely golden color and delicious flavor.


amir gulzar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful. My family loved it!


Bridget Fitzgerald
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The saffron and cardamom give it a unique and flavorful taste. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Aunita Kyles
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I'm not usually a fan of cardamom, but this cake changed my mind. The flavors were so well-blended and the cake was so moist. I'll definitely be making this again.


Gabriel Damptey
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This cake was a hit at my dinner party! The saffron and cardamom flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


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