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authentic algerian mouskoutcho recipe
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Traditional Algerian Mouskoutcho

A light, fluffy, citrus-infused Algerian sponge cake that is quick to prepare and ideal for tea or coffee time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: cake, Dessert
Cuisine: algerian
Calories: 345
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup 200g granulated sugar
  • 1 cup 240ml vegetable oil
  • 1 cup 240ml whole milk
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon or orange
  • 2.5 cups 320g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp 15g baking powder
  • Powdered sugar or apricot jam for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a bundt cake mold with butter and flour.
  2. Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla on high speed for 5-7 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  3. Reduce speed and gradually mix in vegetable oil, milk, and citrus zest.
  4. Sift in flour and baking powder, folding gently until combined.
  5. Pour into the mold and bake for 35-40 minutes until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool, unmold, and dust with powdered sugar or brush with warm apricot jam.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
Do not open the oven during the first 25 minutes of baking.
Nutrition Information (per serving / 1 slice):
Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 110g)  
Calories: 345 kcal
Total Fat: 18.5 g
Saturated Fat: 3.2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.8 g
Cholesterol: 93 mg
Sodium: 145 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 39.5 g
Dietary Fiber: 1.2 g
Sugars: 21 g
Protein: 5.8 g
Vitamin D: 0.6 mcg
Calcium: 65 mg
Iron: 1.4 mg
Potassium: 95 mg