Description
Pistachio Cardamom Cake is a warm, nutty, and fragrant dessert that blends finely ground pistachios with the floral spice of cardamom. Topped with a creamy glaze or buttercream and crushed pistachios, this elegant cake is perfect for special occasions or afternoon tea, offering a unique twist on classic flavors.
Ingredients
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- For the Cake
- 1 cup shelled pistachios (unsalted)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- For the Glaze or Frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: pinch of salt
- For Decoration
- Chopped or crushed pistachios
- Edible dried rose petals (optional)
- Light dusting of powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round or loaf pan.
- In a food processor, pulse pistachios until finely ground (do not over-process into paste).
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cardamom, and ground pistachios.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, sour cream, and milk.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined.
- Pour into prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk all ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cake.
- Top with crushed pistachios and rose petals if desired.
Notes
- For extra richness, add 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- Can be made in a bundt pan for a more elegant presentation
- Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days
Nutrition
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
