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Pistachio Cream Cake Recipe

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Indulge in this delicious pistachio cream cake made with real pistachios and a creamy, nutty frosting. A perfect dessert for pistachio lovers!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup pistachio paste
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt

For the Pistachio Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup pistachio paste
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  • In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and pistachio paste.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until smooth.
  • Pour batter into the cake pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool completely before frosting.
  • For the frosting, beat butter until creamy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar. Add pistachio paste, vanilla, and heavy cream.
  • Spread frosting over the cooled cake and garnish with chopped pistachios.

Notes

  • Use high-quality pistachio paste for the best flavor.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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