Description

Indulge in this moist and flavorful Pistachio Cake, a delightful blend of nutty richness and fluffy texture that’s perfect for any celebration. With its stunning appearance and unique flavor profile, this cake will surely impress your guests. Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, the straightforward steps make it easy to create a dessert that evokes cherished memories.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup unsalted roasted pistachios, finely ground
1 ½ cups cake flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
3 large eggs (room temperature)
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
½ cup whole milk (or almond milk for nuttiness)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add milk and vanilla extract.
Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Let cakes cool completely before frosting or serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 370
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For an elegant touch, garnish with crushed pistachios or edible flowers. Substitute ground pistachios with almonds or hazelnuts for different nutty flavors. To make it gluten-free, use almond flour instead of cake flour.