Description
This Easy Pistachio Cake Recipe is a nutty, moist, and irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion. Simple to make yet decadent, it features ground pistachios for rich flavor and a tender crumb. Ideal for both beginners and experienced bakers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup shelled pistachios, finely ground
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Finely grind pistachios in a food processor until coarse flour-like consistency.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Whisk flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to wet mixture until smooth.
- Pour batter into pan, smooth the top, and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra texture, fold in chopped pistachios before baking.
- Dust with powdered sugar or glaze for added sweetness.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: easy pistachio cake, pistachio cake recipe, nutty dessert, moist cake, simple baking