Description
Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake is an indulgent dessert that combines a rich, creamy filling with the delightful crunch of pistachios, all nestled in a buttery crust. Each mouthwatering bite offers a perfect harmony of flavors and textures, making it ideal for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to cozy evenings at home. Serve it warm alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a medium bowl, mix softened butter and sugar until smooth. Add one egg and mix well before incorporating flour and baking powder. Spread this mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add two eggs one at a time while mixing well after each addition. Fold in chopped pistachios.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown on top but gooey in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into squares. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg