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Irresistible Cardamom Orange Pistachio Tea Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Cardamom Orange Pistachio Tea Cake, a perfect blend of exotic spices and citrusy zest. This moist and tender cake is an elegant treat for any occasion, sure to impress your guests or brighten your afternoon tea.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground cardamom
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 3/4 cup shelled, unsalted pistachios, chopped
  • Powdered sugar for glaze
  • Fresh orange juice for glaze

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease and flour an 8×4-inch loaf pan or a small 6-inch round springform pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, freshly ground cardamom, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In a larger mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light, fluffy, and pale yellow, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add the large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, and scrape down the sides of the bowl. Mix in the orange zest.
  5. Add about a third of the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined. Pour in half of the milk and orange juice mixture and mix until just incorporated. Repeat this process, finishing with the remaining dry ingredients.
  6. Gently fold in about three-quarters of the chopped pistachios into the batter with a spatula.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto the rack to cool completely. Prepare a glaze by whisking powdered sugar with enough fresh orange juice to reach a pourable consistency.
  9. Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the orange glaze generously over the top and sprinkle the remaining chopped pistachios over the glaze. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Keywords: For best results, avoid overmixing the batter to ensure a tender cake. Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter, and consider lightly toasting the pistachios for enhanced flavor.

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