Pistachio Cake
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavor of this moist pistachio cake, perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant green color and crunchy texture, every slice promises an explosion of buttery sweetness that will have your guests asking for seconds. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a delightful baking experience, making your gatherings extra special.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted pistachios (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fold in chopped pistachios and pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg