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Decadent Pistachio Cream Cake

  • Author: Ava Garrison
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices

Description

Get ready to fall in love with this irresistible Decadent Pistachio Cream Cake. This showstopper dessert blends the luxurious, nutty flavor of real pistachios with a smooth, creamy frosting that’s as elegant as it is delicious. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast treat, a stand-out centerpiece for dinner ideas, or a unique addition to your easy recipe collection, this cake delivers on every level. With a gorgeous natural green hue and layers of moist, pistachio-infused sponge, it’s the perfect choice for anyone seeking new food ideas or healthy snack alternatives with a touch of indulgence. The texture is light yet rich, the flavor deep yet balanced—making it a crowd favorite every time.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups raw, unsalted shelled pistachios
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk (or unsweetened almond milk)

For the Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1–2 tbsp pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios for extra flavor

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line 3 or 4 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground (do not over-process).
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground pistachios.
  4. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding the dry mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly among pans. Bake for 22–26 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar gradually, then mix in cream and vanilla. Whip until fluffy.
  9. Assemble the cake by layering with frosting in between. Frost top and sides. Garnish with reserved ground pistachios or whole pistachios.
  10. Chill for 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Chill Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

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