Description
A delightful pistachio cake topped with a creamy pistachio buttercream frosting, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup finely ground pistachios
- For the frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely ground pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the ground pistachios.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting: Beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined.
- Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and ground pistachios, and beat until light and fluffy.
- Once the cakes are cooled, spread frosting between the layers and over the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate with additional ground pistachios if desired.
- Slice and enjoy your delicious pistachio cake!
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for best results and store leftover cake in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American