Iraqi Vanilla Cake With Pomegranate Sauce

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 3
Smooth Vanilla cake with a tantalizing pomegranate sauce
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 free range eggs , separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup sweet pomegranate juice
1/4 teaspoon rose water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
280
Sugar
33g
Fat
9g
A simple vanilla cake is given a twist by a pomegranate sauce, creating a mouthwatering dessert. The cake can be made with everyday kitchen ingredients such as flour, butter and eggs. The great thing about this recipe is that it can be used as a base recipe which can be customized to suit different preferences. The vanilla cake is a crowd pleaser and would be perfect for a dessert table at a party or a delicious snack to share with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter and dust with flour.
3.Beat egg whites with a whisk until they form stiff peaks.
4.In a separate bowl, mix egg yolks, powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. In another bowl, mix flour and baking powder.
5.In a large bowl, add the flour mixture to the egg yolk mixture. Mix. Add the egg whites gradually, and fold into the mixture.
6.Transfer mixture into the greased cake pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
7.Let the cake cool before cutting.
8.In a saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch together. Add the sweet pomegranate juice and rose water. Whisk and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes till it thickens. Serve warm or cold.
9.

PROS

The vanilla cake is soft and fluffy.
The pomegranate sauce adds flavor to the cake and makes it more delicious.
Easy to make.

CONS

High in sugar content.
Might not be the best option for people with diabetes.
Might take longer for a novice to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although the cake is high in sugar, the pomegranate sauce is a good source of antioxidants. Antioxidants help to reduce inflammation and protect the body against damage from free radicals. The vanilla in the cake could aid in reducing anxiety and boosting mood.

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