Description
A delightful dessert that combines the rich flavor of pistachios with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened for frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
- 1/2 cup pistachios, finely chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream and milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios and white chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter for the frosting until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.
- Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate and spreading a generous amount of frosting on top. Repeat with the remaining layers.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake, then garnish with finely chopped pistachios.
- Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to set the frosting.
Notes
For a stronger pistachio flavor, consider adding pistachio extract. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pistachio cake, cream cake, dessert, baking, celebration
