Description
A delightful pistachio-flavored cake with creamy filling, perfect for celebrations and gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup finely ground pistachios
- 1 cup pistachio paste
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 3–4 tbsp heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- A few drops green food coloring (optional)
- Crushed pistachios for garnish
- Whole pistachios for garnish
- Edible gold flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Using a mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla and almond extracts. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Gently fold in ground pistachios.
- Divide batter evenly between the cake pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool completely before assembling.
- In a bowl, combine pistachio paste, powdered sugar, and whipped cream. Mix until smooth and fluffy. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Beat butter until creamy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar until combined. Stir in almond extract, heavy cream, and green food coloring (if using) until smooth and spreadable.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread an even layer of pistachio cream filling on top. Add the second cake layer and frost the entire cake with buttercream, smoothing the sides and top.
- Sprinkle with crushed pistachios and arrange whole pistachios on top. Add gold flakes for an elegant touch. Chill for 30 minutes before slicing for clean cuts.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. High-quality pistachio paste enhances the flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cake, pistachio, dessert, celebration, cream, frosting