Sweet Cake With Cardamom (kuwaiti Gers Ogaily)

Sweet Cake with Cardamom, also known as Kuwaiti Gers Ogaily, is a traditional dessert from Eastern Arabian cuisine. This delightful cake is infused with the warm, aromatic flavor of cardamom, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.

Vegetarian Dessert Eastern Arabian Sweet Cardamom Kuwaiti Cuisine
Sweet Cake With Cardamom (kuwaiti Gers Ogaily)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, ground cardamom, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice and serve the sweet cake with cardamom at room temperature.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
12g
Protein
4g

Supplies

9-inch round cake pan Wire rack

Tools

Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula Measuring cups and spoons Cake server

Serving suggestions

Serve the sweet cake with cardamom alongside a cup of Arabic coffee or a glass of warm milk for a delightful dessert experience.

Tips & tricks

For an extra touch of sweetness, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Cost

$10