Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 1 cup whole milk
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 2 tablespoons rose water
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ cup unsweetened yogurt
– 1-2 tablespoons crushed dried rose petals (optional)
– Food coloring (pink, optional)
– Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
The ingredients listed here will come together to create a symphony of flavors that embodies the very spirit of blossoms.
Instructions
Making your Rose Milk Cake can be a smooth and enjoyable process when you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, milk, vegetable oil, yogurt, rose water, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the cake tender.
5. Add Color and Flavor: If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and crushed dried rose petals to enhance flavor and aesthetics, mixing gently.
6. Divide Batter: Evenly pour the batter into the prepared cake pans.
7. Bake: Place the pans in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool the Cakes: Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and cool in their pans for about 20 minutes. Then, transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
9. Prepare the Frosting: While the cakes are cooling, whip up a simple frosting using butter, powdered sugar, and a little rose water for flavor.
10. Assemble the Cake: Once cooled, place one layer of cake on a serving platter. Spread frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
11. Decorate: Add more crushed dried rose petals or edible flowers for decoration, as desired.
12. Serve: Dust the top with powdered sugar right before serving for an elegant finish.
Following these steps will help you create an incredible Rose Milk Cake that will delight anyone who tries it!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 5g