Description
Lemon Pistachio Cake is a bright and refreshing dessert that perfectly combines zesty lemon with crunchy pistachios. This moist cake, adorned with vibrant colors, serves as an eye-catching centerpiece for any occasion, whether it’s a festive brunch or a cozy evening gathering. Easy to make, this delightful treat will impress both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¾ cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an eight-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; fold in chopped pistachios.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg