Easy Pistachio Cake Bliss
This soft and moist pistachio cake is perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare, it combines the rich nutty flavor of pistachios with a tender crumb. Ideal for tea time, birthdays, or simple desserts, this cake is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup plain yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- Grind pistachios into a fine powder and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Mix in ground pistachios and dry ingredients alternately with milk and yogurt.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can toast the pistachios lightly for extra flavor and sprinkle some chopped pistachios on top for decoration.