Rose Water Cake

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup rose water
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla, rose water, and yogurt. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
4. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow cake to cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
5. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Rose water is a popular ingredient in Middle Eastern cuisine and is used to flavor a variety of dishes, from desserts to savory dishes.
• Rose water has a delicate flavor and aroma that is often used to make perfumes and fragrances.
• Rose water is known for its calming and soothing effects and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.