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Zesty Pistachio Bliss Cake Recipe

Zesty Pistachio Bliss Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Zesty Pistachio Bliss Cake, a moist and nutty dessert with a burst of lemony freshness. This Mediterranean-inspired treat is perfect for any occasion, from a casual afternoon tea to a special celebration.


Ingredients

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Main Cake:

  • 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • green food coloring (optional)

For the glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • chopped pistachios and lemon zest for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the cake pan.
  2. Prepare pistachios: Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground pistachios in a bowl.
  4. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  5. Add wet ingredients: Beat in eggs, then add yogurt, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla.
  6. Combine batter: Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined. Add green food coloring if desired.
  7. Bake: Pour batter into pan and bake for 35–40 minutes. Cool before glazing.
  8. Make glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cake and garnish.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute plant-based ingredients.
  • This recipe can be adapted for cupcakes with adjusted baking time.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg