Description
Fragrant Pistachio Cardamom Rose Loaf for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw unsalted pistachios (130g)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (180g)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (113g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt (120g)
- 1/2 teaspoon rose water
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (60g)
- 1–2 teaspoons rose water
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- Crushed pistachios and dried rose petals
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground but not oily.
- Whisk pistachios, flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom in a bowl.
- Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in yogurt and rose water until combined.
- Add dry ingredients alternating with milk, mixing gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into pan and bake 45-55 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly, then fully on a rack. Drizzle with glaze and garnish if desired.
Notes
- Adjust rose water to your taste.
- Use high-quality pistachios for best flavor.
- Let the loaf cool completely before glazing for a neater finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg