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Moist Pistachio Cake

Indulgent Moist Pistachio Cake That's Simply Irresistible

This Moist Pistachio Cake offers a delightful blend of rich nutty flavors and tender crumb, making it a must-try dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar white sugar recommended
  • 4 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour sifted
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Ground Pistachios unroasted and unsalted
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt substitute with almond yogurt for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Chopped Pistachios for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Oven
  • Cake pans
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Moist Pistachio Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pans with butter, then flour them.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add to the butter mixture.
  5. Fold in the ground pistachios, plain yogurt, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Once baked, allow to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Frost as desired and sprinkle with chopped pistachios before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.

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