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Saffron and Orange Blossom Cake

A moist, tender cake with a unique floral aroma from saffron and orange blossom, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads lightly crushed
  • 2 tablespoons warm milk

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Saffron Infusion: In a small bowl, combine the crushed saffron threads with the warm milk. Let this mixture sit for at least 15 minutes.
  • Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  • Add Oil, Orange Blossom Water, and Saffron: Stir in the vegetable oil, orange blossom water, and the saffron-infused milk. Mix until evenly incorporated.
  • Pour into Pan and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the Cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.