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Honey Pistachio Orange Cake

Honey Pistachio Orange Cake

Indulge in the rich flavors of Honey Pistachio Orange Cake. Easy to make, moist, and perfect for any occasion. Discover this Mediterranean-inspired dessert today!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 5 tablespoons ground almonds
  • 1 lemon zest (from one lemon)
  • 1 orange zest (from one orange)
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup semolina or farina
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/4 cups shelled and salted pistachios
  • 1 1/4 cups high-quality liquid honey
  • 2 oranges juice (from 2 oranges)
  • 1 lemon juice (from one lemon)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk or Wooden Spoon
  • Spatula
  • Rectangular Baking Pan (9x13 inches)
  • Skillet for Toasting Pistachios

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a rectangular baking pan (about 9x13 inches) with olive oil and dust it with flour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, yogurt, powdered sugar, ground almonds, citrus zests, flour, semolina, baking powder, and olive oil. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  4. Bake in the center of the oven for 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  5. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pistachios until fragrant. Add honey, orange juice, and lemon juice to the pan and bring to a boil, then simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Once the cake is cool, poke holes all over the surface and pour the syrup over it. Spread the pistachios evenly on top and let sit for a few hours or overnight to absorb the syrup.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Toasting the pistachios enhances their flavor; don’t skip this step. Let the cake cool completely before adding syrup to prevent sogginess. This cake can be made a day ahead, as its flavors improve over time. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze wrapped slices to keep them fresh.
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