Description
The Fragrant Pistachio and Cardamom Delight is a luxurious cake with a balanced blend of earthy pistachio and warm cardamom that transforms any occasion into an elegant affair.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup pistachio paste
- 1/2 cup whole pistachios, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan with grease and flour.
- Cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cardamom; combine with the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
- Fold in pistachio paste and chopped pistachios gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. For stronger flavor, toast pistachios lightly before chopping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Protein: 8 g