Description
A delightful dessert with a unique twist, featuring a moist texture and rich flavor from pistachios.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ground pistachios
- 1/2 cup milk
- Pistachio nuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and ground pistachios.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Garnish with additional pistachio nuts if desired.
Notes
For a deeper pistachio flavor, consider using pistachio extract. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg