Gers Ogaili (Middle Eastern Saffron Cake)
Gers Ogaili has a special spot in Kuwaiti traditions, with its unique blend of flavors. It's a go-to for Eid and holidays, often enjoyed with a cup of hot tea.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1.5 cups of sugar
- 1 cup of oil
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp saffron
- 1 tsp cardamom
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp baking powder
Saffron Sauce:
- 1 can of condensed milk
- 1/4 cup tahini
- A pinch of saffron soaked in 2 tablespoons of warm milk
For Cake Pan:
- Tahini
- Unroasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Add saffron to the milk and set it aside to infuse.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, beat the eggs and vanilla for 3-5 minutes until frothy.
- Add sugar and beat for an additional 3 minutes until the mixture doubles in size and turns a pale yellow color. Add the oil and milk with saffron, then beat until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cardamom, and baking powder. Mix them together until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture, whisking until the flour disappears.
- Wipe the cake pan with tahini and sprinkle unroasted sesame seeds until it covers the entire mold.
- Pour the cake mixture into the prepared pan.
- Place in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 50 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool completely, then remove it from the pan.
To Prepare Saffron Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix all sauce ingredients until well combined.
- Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding a little extra milk if desired, thinning it to your preference.
- Drizzle the saffron sauce over the Gers Ogaili before serving.