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Name: Diwali Cardamom Almond Cake Bites
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 16 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour; 1/2 cup fine semolina (sooji); 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 cup whole milk; 1/4 cup neutral oil (like sunflower or canola); 1/2 tsp ground cardamom; 1/2 tsp baking powder; Pinch of salt; 2 tbsp sliced almonds; 1 tbsp golden raisins (optional); 2 tbsp pistachios, chopped (for garnish); 1 tbsp edible dried rose petals (for garnish, optional)

Diwali Cardamom Almond Cake Bites

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Celebrate Diwali with these easy-to-make Cardamom Almond Cake Bites, inspired by South Asian mithai and the simplicity of modern snacking cakes. The combination of almond flour and semolina yields a delicate, moist crumb, while cardamom infuses each bite with classic festive aroma. A touch of yogurt keeps things tender, and the pistachio-rose petal garnish adds a joyful, celebratory look. These are perfect for sharing with friends and family, as part of your Diwali sweets thali, or enjoying with a cup of chai at home.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a mini muffin pan or line with mini paper cups.
In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, semolina, sugar, cardamom, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
In another bowl, whisk together yogurt, milk, and oil until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix gently until just combined. Fold in sliced almonds and golden raisins, if using.
Spoon the batter into the mini muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Top each with a sprinkle of chopped pistachios and a few rose petals for festive flair.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
Serve arranged on a platter for a beautiful Diwali display.