Easy Pistachio Cake
A cozy and delicious dessert that combines the nutty flavor of pistachios with a fluffy cake, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour This will give the cake a nice fluffy structure.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder This is your cake's best friend.
- ½ teaspoon salt Balances out the sweetness.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt Preferably plain for health benefits.
- 1 ½ cups sugar For sweetness.
- 4 large eggs For binding and rising.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract For a lovely aroma.
- ½ cup vegetable oil For a moist crumb.
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup shelled pistachios Unsalted and either chopped or whole.
Optional Topping
- Powdered sugar For dusting on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Add vegetable oil to the wet mixture and whisk until combined.
- Slowly pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
- Gently fold in the pistachios.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and shake to level.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
- Once cool, dust the top with powdered sugar or frost with cream cheese.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For a make-ahead option, wrap and freeze for 2-3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24g
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