Baalbek Cake

Baalbek Cake is a delightful vegan Lebanese dessert that combines the rich flavors of semolina and the sweetness of date syrup, topped with a fragrant mix of nuts. This cake is not only delicious but also a celebration of traditional Lebanese ingredients.

Ingredients

• semolina - 100 grams
• all-purpose flour - 50 grams
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• date syrup - 50 grams
• coconut milk - 150 milliliters
• olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• ground cardamom - 1/2 teaspoon
• chopped walnuts - 30 grams
• chopped pistachios - 20 grams
• salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine semolina, all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cardamom, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together date syrup, coconut milk, and olive oil until well blended.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped walnuts and half of the chopped pistachios.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
7. Sprinkle the remaining pistachios on top for decoration.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from semolina and nuts, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, supporting heart health.

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