Tahini Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Tahini Orange Blossom Cake! Inspired by a Miami newspaper column, this recipe boasts a unique blend of nutty tahini, fragrant orange blossom water, and warm spices. The moist crumb and subtle sweetness make it the perfect treat for any occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 396.6 kcal
Protein 16g
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Ingredients for Tahini Cake

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How to Make Tahini Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup tahini, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and the zest of 2 oranges for 10 minutes until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in ½ cup orange juice and 1 tablespoon orange blossom water.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon ground allspice.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 cup chopped walnuts and ½ cup raisins.
  7. Pour batter into the chilled and prepared pan. Spread evenly and gently tap the pan on the counter to remove air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

104g

Fat

13g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tahini Cake?

Tahini Cake takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tahini Cake?

Tahini Cake has approximately 396.6 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tahini Cake?

The key ingredients for Tahini Cake are Butter, Tahini, Sugar, Orange Rind, Orange Juice, Orange Blossom Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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