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**Pistachio Rose Love Cake: A Delicate, Elegant Dessert for Every Occasion**
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion like Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or simply want to treat yourself or loved ones to something extraordinary, this cake is perfect. Its vibrant green hue, delicate aroma, and melt-in-your-mouth texture make it a showstopper, while the combination of pistachios and rosewater offers a unique yet balanced flavor profile.
Let’s dive into how you can make this gorgeous **Pistachio Rose Love Cake** from scratch.
This cake is surprisingly easy to make, despite its refined flavors and beautiful presentation. You’ll need a few key ingredients for both the cake and the frosting that come together to create this stunning dessert.
#### **For the Cake:**
– **1 cup shelled pistachios** – You’ll need unsalted pistachios, and these will be ground to create a rich, nutty base.
– **1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour** – The main dry ingredient to provide structure.
– **1/2 cup ground almonds** – Adds a light, nutty texture to complement the pistachios.
– **1 teaspoon baking powder** – For a little lift.
– **1/2 teaspoon baking soda** – Helps the cake rise.
– **1/4 teaspoon salt** – To enhance the flavors.
– **1/2 cup unsalted butter**, softened – Creates a rich, smooth texture.
– **1 cup granulated sugar** – For sweetness.
– **3 large eggs** – Bind the ingredients together.
– **1 teaspoon vanilla extract** – For flavor.
– **1 tablespoon rosewater** – This gives the cake its signature floral note, so be sure to use a good quality rosewater.
– **1/2 cup milk** – For moisture.
– **1/2 cup Greek yogurt** – Adds richness and moisture to the cake.
**For Garnish:**
– **Rose petals** (optional) – Edible rose petals make for an elegant and beautiful garnish.
– **Whole pistachios** – To decorate the cake and add crunch.