Introduction:
This Pistachio Cake is a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of pistachios and a moist cake makes it a crowd-pleaser. Whether you are celebrating a special event or just craving something sweet, this cake is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Enjoy!
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a food processor, grind the pistachios until finely chopped.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: dust with powdered sugar or top with a glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
- Slice and serve the delicious Pistachio Cake to enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 320 || Carbohydrates: 36g || Protein: 6g || Fat: 18g || Saturated Fat: 8g || Cholesterol: 70mg || Sodium: 200mg || Potassium: 180mg || Fiber: 2g || Sugar: 22g || Vitamin A: 10% || Vitamin C: 0% || Calcium: 6% || Iron: 8%