Basil pesto and sun-dried tomato cake

• For 8 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 60 minutes
• Cooking time : 40 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Basil Pesto
  • Fresh basil leaves : 2 cups
  • Garlic cloves : 2 cloves
  • Pine nuts : 1/4 cup
  • Parmesan cheese (grated) : 1/2 cup
  • Olive oil : 1/2 cup
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon
• Sun-Dried Tomato Cake
  • All-purpose flour : 2 cups
  • Baking powder : 2 teaspoons
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter (softened) : 1/2 cup
  • Sugar : 1 cup
  • Eggs : 3
  • Milk : 1/2 cup
  • Sun-dried tomatoes (chopped) : 1/2 cup
  • Basil pesto : 1/2 cup

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Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan.
• Basil Pesto
• In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Process until smooth.
• Sun-Dried Tomato Cake
• In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
• In another bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
• Mix in the milk, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil pesto.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
• Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
• Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips

• You can make the basil pesto ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Serve the cake with a dollop of basil pesto on top for extra flavor.

Information

• This basil pesto and sun-dried tomato cake is a unique and savory twist on a traditional cake. The combination of the fragrant basil pesto and the tangy sun-dried tomatoes creates a delicious and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it as a savory appetizer or as a main course with a side salad.