Pistachio Cake
Pistachio cake is a moist, nutty delight that adds a pop of vibrant green to any occasion. With its rich flavor and tender crumb, this cake is perfect for celebrations or afternoon gatherings. Easy to make, it will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking pan.
- Finely chop half the pistachios and set aside the rest for decoration.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time, adding in vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and chopped pistachios. Gradually add these dry ingredients alternately with milk to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 82g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg