Description
This lemon pistachio cake is a moist, fluffy dessert bursting with fresh lemon flavor and nutty pistachios. Perfectly balanced and easy to make, this elegant cake is ideal for special occasions or everyday treats
Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup finely ground pistachios
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk or yogurt
Optional Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line an 8-inch cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk or yogurt, mixing until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cake cool completely.
Optional Glaze:
10. Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth.
11. Drizzle over cooled cake before serving.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake soft and tender.Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.Finely ground pistachios ensure a smooth texture.
