Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Pistachio Cake, a moist and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion. This cake masterfully blends the nutty richness of pistachios with the bright, zesty notes of lemon, creating a truly unforgettable treat. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and optionally swirled with tangy lemon curd, each slice promises to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Whether it’s a festive birthday celebration or a cozy afternoon snack, this cake is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pistachios, deshelled
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp lemon zest
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 3 eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup pistachio milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, cold
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Process pistachios into a fine powder and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another large bowl, rub lemon zest into sugar. Cream with softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla; mix until smooth. Gradually stir in buttermilk and dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in ground pistachios.
- Pour batter into pan and bake for 38–42 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for about 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For frosting: Beat butter until fluffy, add cream cheese and mix well. Gradually add powdered sugar and pistachio paste until combined.
- Once cooled, poke holes in the cake and soak with pistachio milk mixture before frosting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Feel free to substitute walnuts or almonds for different nut flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.