Indulge your senses with the aromatic allure of scented rose or geranium cake, a delightful confection that captivates the taste buds and evokes a sense of elegance. Embark on a culinary journey with our collection of carefully curated recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this classic dessert. Discover the delicate floral essence of rose-infused sponge cake, complemented by a velvety smooth buttercream frosting. Delight in the vibrant hues and refreshing citrusy notes of geranium-scented cake, adorned with a tangy lemon glaze. Experience the harmonious blend of flavors in our gluten-free scented cake, catering to dietary preferences without compromising on taste. Prepare to be enchanted by the beauty and charm of scented rose or geranium cake, a feast for the eyes and a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
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SCENTED GERANIUM POUND CAKE
Scented geraniums lend their perfume and subtle flavor to this rich dessert.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes
Yield Makes two 9-by-4 1/2-by-2 3/4-inch cakes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees with rack in center. Spray two 9-by-4 1/2-by-2 3/4-inch loaf pans with cooking spray; line with parchment. Arrange geranium leaves, with tops facing down, along bottom and around sides of pan. Set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Sift together flour and baking powder. With the mixer set on low, add yolks one at a time to butter-and-sugar mixture, alternating with flour mixture.
- With the mixer set on medium speed, beat in vanilla, then cream. Batter will be thick. Transfer batter to a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Place egg whites in a medium nonreactive bowl and, with an electric hand mixer, whip egg whites to stiff peaks. Using a rubber spatula, stir about one-quarter of the egg whites into batter to lighten. Fold in remaining whites.
- Carefully spoon batter into prepared pans. (Additional leaves may be arranged on top of batter if desired.) Run a knife blade through batter a few times to remove air bubbles. Bake until a cake tester comes out clean, 80 to 90 minutes. Let cool on wire rack, 1 to 1 1/2 hours, then remove from pans.
VICTORIAN ROSE GERANIUM CAKE
Provided by Anne Burrell
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Infuse the butter for the cake: Rub 6 rose geranium leaves to release the oils. Wrap the leaves around the butter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Infuse the sugar for the frosting: Rub 4 rose geranium leaves, then combine with 1 1/2 cups sugar in an airtight container and let stand at room temperature overnight.
- Make the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and flour a 9-by-13-inch baking pan. Rub the remaining 10 to 12 leaves and arrange in the pan. Whisk the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, 3/4 cup water and the vanilla. Unwrap the butter and remove the leaves. Beat the butter and 1 3/4 cups sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Beat in the egg whites, two at a time. Add the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Pour the batter into the pan; bake until golden, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool 10 minutes; invert the cake onto a rack and remove the leaves.
- Make the frosting: Remove the leaves from the sugar. Put the sugar, egg whites, cream of tartar, salt and 1/3 cup cold water in a large heatproof bowl and beat with a mixer, 1 minute. Place the bowl over a pot of barely simmering water. Beat until the mixture holds stiff peaks, about 7 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the food coloring and beat until spreadable, about 2 minutes. Spread the frosting over the cake.
SUMMER BERRY CAKE WITH ROSE GERANIUM CREAM
Bakers rejoice: this summer berry cake layered with rose geranium cream is simply divine. It will make a fabulously floral centrepiece dessert at any party
Provided by Diana Henry
Categories Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves 12-15
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Butter and line the bases of three 23cm cake tins. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add the almond extract and lemon zest. Use a fork to whisk the yogurt with the eggs. With the mixer on a low speed, add the flour, ground almonds and 1/2 tsp salt to the butter and sugar, alternating with the yogurt and eggs.
- Divide the batter between the tins and bake for 35-40 mins or until a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean. Cool in the tins for 5 mins, then turn out onto a wire rack, remove the parchment and leave to cool.
- Beat the mascarpone to loosen it. Whip the cream until it holds its shape. Combine the cream, mascarpone and lemon juice, then carefully add the icing sugar and flower water to taste.
- Assemble the cake just before serving. Toss the berries with the caster sugar. Spread the flattest cake with half the cream, then add half the fruit. Top with a second cake, spread with the rest of the cream and top with the rest of the fruit. Finish with the last cake, sift over icing sugar, then decorate with rose geranium petals and rose geranium leaves (as long as they're small).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 694 calories, Fat 45 grams fat, SaturatedFat 23 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 58 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 39 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use fresh, fragrant rose petals or geranium leaves. This will give your cake the best flavor and aroma.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
- If you're using a rose water frosting, be sure to use a light hand. Too much rose water can make the frosting taste soapy.
Conclusion:
Scented rose or geranium cake is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its delicate flavor and beautiful aroma, this cake is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give scented rose or geranium cake a try.
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