Description
Luscious pistachio cake brings Mediterranean charm to dessert tables with nutty richness and delicate crumb. Sweet pistachios and subtle almond notes create a delightful experience you’ll savor from first delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 package (3.4 ounces / 96 grams) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) club soda
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil
Garnish/Optional Topping:
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F and coating a 9×13-inch or bundt pan with a light layer of grease to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, blend the dry cake mix, pistachio pudding powder, eggs, fizzy club soda, and vegetable oil using an electric mixer.
- Whip the mixture on medium speed for approximately two minutes, ensuring a silky-smooth consistency without lumps.
- For added texture and flavor, gently fold in roughly chopped pistachios throughout the batter.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into the prepared baking vessel, carefully spreading it evenly to create a uniform surface.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, monitoring until a inserted toothpick emerges completely clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature, creating a perfect texture.
- Enhance the presentation by lightly dusting with powdered sugar or applying a delicate frosting layer if desired before serving.
Notes
- Swap club soda with sparkling water or sprite for a lighter, airier texture that keeps the cake moist.
- Ensure pistachios are finely chopped to distribute evenly throughout the cake, preventing large chunks that might disrupt the smooth crumb.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free cake mix and verify all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Enhance the pistachio flavor by adding a touch of almond extract or replacing some oil with pistachio oil for a more intense nutty profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg