Delicious Pistachio Cake with Creamy Frosting Bliss
This pistachio cake offers a luxurious creamy frosting and a moist texture perfect for any gathering.
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- 9-inch round cake pans
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 cup Unsalted Pistachios Ground
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blend can be used
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch Omit if using a gluten-free mix containing it
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Substitute with regular salt if desired
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cardamom Cinnamon can be used instead
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Replace with baking powder at double the amount if necessary
- 1/2 cup Butter Softened
- 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar is a suitable alternative
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 4 Large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for vegan version
- 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as an alternative
- 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Vanilla extract can replace it
- 1/2 cup Milk Almond milk can be substituted
For the Frosting
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
- 1/2 cup Additional Butter Softened
- 4 cups Powdered Sugar
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Use milk for lighter version
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla can be used
Instructions
Cake Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease three 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, and ground cardamom.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the sour cream, almond extract, and milk.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to your wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in their pans for about 10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whip together the softened cream cheese, additional butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and pure vanilla extract until smooth.
- Frost the cooled cake layers generously.
Notes
Garnish with chopped pistachios on top for an extra touch of flavor.