This pistachio cake is a moist, nutty delight that’s perfect for any celebration or just indulging your sweet tooth.
Ever dreamed of a cake so green and luscious it makes leprechauns jealous? Welcome to the delightful world of pistachio cake! This isn’t just any recipe; it’s your ticket to nutty, buttery, pistachio paradise. Here you’ll find all the deets for a moist, flavorful cake that’s unexpectedly easy to whip up. Get ready to impress your taste buds and your guests!
Pistachio Cake Extravaganza
If you ever thought pistachios were just snacks, think again! This pistachio cake recipe packs a nutty punch that’s elegant yet delightfully quirky. Perfect for tea time or as a whimsical dinner party dessert, it’s sure to be a hit.
- Cooking Method: Baking
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine Type: Dessert
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted shelled pistachios
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Green food coloring (optional, but fun!)
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a food processor, blitz pistachios until finely ground. Be careful not to turn them into butter!
- In a bowl, whisk together ground pistachios, flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This is your calorie-burning workout for the day.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined. If you’re feeling creative, add a few drops of green food coloring for that classic pistachio look.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Patience, my friend!
Suggestions
- Alternative Ingredients: Swap milk with almond or coconut milk for a different twist.
- Garnishing Options: Dust with powdered sugar, top with whipped cream, or scatter chopped pistachios over a glaze.
- Cooking Tips: If you don’t have a food processor, buy ground pistachios, but where’s the fun in that?
