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Pistachio Cake – Easy Moist and Fluffy Dessert Recipe

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Pistachio Cake is a soft, moist, and flavorful dessert made with real pistachios, offering a rich nutty taste and a light, fluffy texture perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup ground pistachios (unsalted)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease cake pans.
  2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in milk and vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix flour and baking powder.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix gently.
  7. Fold in ground pistachios until evenly combined.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes.
  9. Let cakes cool before frosting or serving.

Notes

  • Use unsalted pistachios for best flavor balance.
  • Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and fluffy.
  • Check doneness early to prevent overbaking.
  • Let cake cool completely before frosting.
  • Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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