{"id":8624,"date":"2023-03-14T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/03\/14\/pistachio-cake-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2023-03-14T12:00:00","modified_gmt":"2023-03-14T12:00:00","slug":"pistachio-cake-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/03\/14\/pistachio-cake-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Pistachio Cake &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"disclosure\"><em>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">privacy policy<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It's a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It\u2019s a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!<\/p>\n<p>I used to think that \u201cpistachio flavor\u201d was not my cup of tea. I just didn\u2019t like it! But I realized, I don\u2019t love all of the extracts that people tend to put in pistachio desserts. This cake has a little bit of almond extract and that\u2019s it! It\u2019s a simple and super delicious cake that everyone is going to love. If you are in the mood for more pistachio treats, you should try this <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-dessert\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Layered Pistachio Dessert<\/a>, this <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/no-bake-pistachio-cream-pie\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">No-Bake Pistachio Cream Pie<\/a>, and this yummy <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-pudding-salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Pistachio Pudding Salad.<\/a><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"667\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Pistachio cake slice being lifted up with a spatula.\" class=\"wp-image-204255\" title=\"This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It's a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-667x1000.jpg 667w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-cake\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Pistachio Cake\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-667x1000.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-667x1000.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"667\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-667x1000.jpg\" alt=\"Pistachio cake slice being lifted up with a spatula.\" class=\"wp-image-204255\" title=\"This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It's a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-667x1000.jpg 667w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-cake\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Pistachio Cake\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1-2-667x1000.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-pistachio-cake-recipe\">Pistachio Cake Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>There are a lot of reasons to love this pistachio cake! It has a delicate and mild flavor that is made light and fluffy by folding whipped egg whites to the batter. It\u2019s so fresh and fun to make, everyone is happy to see this cake on the table! My kids always ask for a <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chocolate-cake-recipe\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">chocolate cake<\/a> for their birthdays, or maybe an <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/oreo-cheesecake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Oreo cheesecake<\/a> for my youngest. Me? I seriously want this pistachio cake, like all the time.<\/p>\n<p>There are a lot of reasons to love pistachios! They have a really mild flavor, and actually, most pistachio desserts have a lot of almond extract in them which is what you are actually tasting. I like to let the pistachios do the talking in this recipe. You will grind up pistachios and add them directly to the batter! Pistachios are so soft after baking that they melt into the cake and you get this delicious buttery flavor. If you want a dessert that is sophisticated and perfect for a classy get-together, then serve this pistachio cake topped with <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/buttercream-frosting\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">buttercream frosting<\/a>. <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-ingredients\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p>A lot of pistachio cake recipes will call for a yellow cake mix. That\u2019s a great way to make a cake in a hurry, and this is not that recipe! This cake is all from scratch and full of fresh pistachios. You can add a few drops of green food coloring to make this cake appear green. You can also top it with whipped cream, but I prefer buttercream frosting!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-pistachio-cake-ingredients\">Pistachio Cake Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Flour: <\/strong>Regular all-purpose flour is best for this cake.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ground Pistachios: <\/strong>If you can\u2019t find pre-ground pistachios, you can use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/hamilton-beach-bowl-scraper-food-processor-black-70743\/-\/A-86409142#lnk=sametab\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">food processor <\/a>to grind pistachios up yourself.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Granulated Sugar:<\/strong> This is the regular sugar you keep in your pantry.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking Powder:<\/strong> This is a leavening agent.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking Soda:<\/strong> This helps the cake stay fluffy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt:<\/strong> This helps to balance out all of the sweet flavors in the cake and brings out more of the pistachio flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/how-to-make-buttermilk\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Buttermilk<\/a>:<\/strong> Buttermilk makes such a yummy and tender cake! If you don\u2019t have any on hand, you can make your own using regular milk and lemon juice<\/li>\n<li><strong>Milk:<\/strong> I like to use whole milk because of the fat content.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong> This helps to bring out more flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Almond Extract:<\/strong> This is optional. It is traditional to use in pistachio desserts, but if you don\u2019t like the flavor you can leave it out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vegetable Oil:<\/strong> You can use whatever oil you prefer baking with.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Green Food Coloring:<\/strong> Pistachios aren\u2019t actually green once you bake them. You can add food coloring to make the cake appear green.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Egg White:<\/strong> This is for whipping up the egg whites to add to the cake batter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"h-buttercream-frosting-ingredients\">Buttercream Frosting Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Butter:<\/strong> I like to use unsalted butter, and add salt back in. Make sure your butter is room temperature, don\u2019t put it in the microwave!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Powdered Sugar: <\/strong>Confectioners sugar is what sweetens the frosting and keeps it smooth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong> This adds a little vanilla flavor and brings out all of the other flavors in the frosting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt:<\/strong> This helps to balance out all of the sweet flavors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy Cream:<\/strong> This is what makes the frosting so smooth and delicious.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chopped Pistachios:<\/strong> This is for decorating the outside. You can decorate this cake however you like! Candied lemon, edible flowers, or fresh berries would all look amazing!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"Process photos showing how to mix the batter.\" class=\"wp-image-204211\" title=\"This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It's a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1000x1000.png 1000w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-150x150.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-cake\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Pistachio Cake\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1000x1000.png\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1000x1000.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1000x1000.png\" alt=\"Process photos showing how to mix the batter.\" class=\"wp-image-204211\" title=\"This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It's a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1000x1000.png 1000w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-cake\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Pistachio Cake\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-1000x1000.png\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-recipe-for-pistachio-cake\">Recipe for Pistachio Cake<\/h2>\n<p>The texture of this pistachio cake is absolutely perfect! lf you love a fluffy and tender cake, then this is the cake for you. There are a lot of great recipes out there, but this one seriously takes the cake. See what I did there? Ok, let\u2019s get to baking this cake!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-make-the-cake\">Make the Cake<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Prep:<\/strong> Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then spray two 8-inch cake pans with pan spray and set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grind Pistachios:<\/strong> If you don\u2019t have ground pistachios, then pulse shelled unsalted pistachios in a blender or food processor until the nuts before a powder.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix Dry Ingredients:<\/strong> In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ground pistachios, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Wet to Dry:<\/strong> In a medium bowl whisk together the buttermilk, milk, both extracts and oil. Then add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until just combined. If desired, add a drop or two of green food coloring for the signature green pistachio color.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Whip Egg Whites:<\/strong> Then in a clean large bowl, whip the egg whites until medium stiff peaks form.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Whites to Batter:<\/strong> Then gently fold the egg whites into the batter until no white streaks of egg whites remain. Then separate the batter evenly into the two prepared pans.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake: <\/strong>Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the tops of the cakes spring back when gently pressed or a toothpick comes out with minimal crumbs on it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cool:<\/strong> Let the cakes cool in the pans for 4-5 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to finish cooling.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Frost:<\/strong> Frost the cooled cakes with buttercream and then top with chopped pistachios.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"h-make-the-frosting\">Make the Frosting<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Mix:<\/strong> Beat the butter and powdered sugar together slowly in a stand mixer until combined. Then add the vanilla, salt and 3 tablespoons of cream. Beat until smooth. Add more cream if needed to reach a softer, smoother consistency.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"667\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"A whole pistachio cake.\" class=\"wp-image-204257\" title=\"This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It's a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-667x1000.jpg 667w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-cake\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Pistachio Cake\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-667x1000.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-667x1000.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"667\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-667x1000.jpg\" alt=\"A whole pistachio cake.\" class=\"wp-image-204257\" title=\"This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It's a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-667x1000.jpg 667w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-cake\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Pistachio Cake\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-4-667x1000.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content\">\n<h3 id=\"h-tips-for-making-pistachio-cake\">Tips for Making Pistachio Cake<\/h3>\n<p>There are a lot of ways to make this easy pistachio cake recipe. I love switching up the frosting for a different flavor every time because it is amazing every way you try it. Here are some tips for making this recipe your own.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Grinding Pistachios:<\/strong> If you don\u2019t have ground pistachios, then use a blender or food processor to grind shelled pistachios. Use plain, unsalted pistachios for this.\u00a0Make sure you don\u2019t overprocess them. Pistachios are really soft nuts and will turn into pistachio butter if you mix them for too long.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Measuring Flour:<\/strong> Spoon and level your flour when you measure. Fluff the flour with the spoon and gently spoon it into your measuring cup. Level with the flat back of a knife to get a more consistent and accurate amount of flour.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Food Coloring:<\/strong> Add just a drop or two of food coloring at a time. If you add too much then the cake will end up bright green, more like the artificially flavored pistachio puddings and cake mixes. If you like the bright green color, then go ahead and add more food coloring!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Frosting: <\/strong>This cake tastes amazing with lots of different kinds of frosting! Try switching things up by adding new flavors to your buttercream frosting. I\u2019ve made this cake with browned butter frosting and it was incredible! I also love cream cheese frosting and a simple <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/powdered-sugar-glaze\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">powdered sugar glaze<\/a>. Add the glaze to the warm cake layers for a very simple but delicious dessert.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"667\" height=\"1000\" alt=\"A slice of pistachio cake on a plate.\" class=\"wp-image-204258\" title=\"This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It's a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-667x1000.jpg 667w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-cake\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Pistachio Cake\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-667x1000.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-667x1000.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"667\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-667x1000.jpg\" alt=\"A slice of pistachio cake on a plate.\" class=\"wp-image-204258\" title=\"This light and airy Pistachio Cake is made from scratch, full of real pistachios, and topped with a delicious buttercream frosting. It's a classy cake that will impress your guests on any occasion!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-667x1000.jpg 667w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-cake\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Pistachio Cake\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/pistachio-cake-2-2-667x1000.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content\">\n<h3>Storing Leftovers<\/h3>\n<p>I love this pistachio cake because it is so easy to store and serve, and the leftovers are delicious! Here is how to store your leftover cake.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>On the Counter:<\/strong> Store leftover cake in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature.<\/li>\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator: <\/strong>You can also store your cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>In the Freezer: <\/strong>Store unfrosted cake layers in the freezer after wrapping in plastic wrap and placing in a large ziplock bag. The cake can be frosted while the layers are still frozen. Freeze for up to 3 months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-related-posts layout-beta\">\n<div class=\"block-related-posts__inner\">\n<header>\n<h3 class=\"block-related-posts__title\">More Cake Recipes<\/h3>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"block-related-posts__content\">\n<p>Looking for that perfect cake recipe for your next event? Whether it\u2019s a birthday, holiday, or you\u2019re just in the mood for cake, these recipes are tried and true hits. You\u2019re going to love all of them!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-related-posts__posts --><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-related-posts__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-related-posts --><\/p>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-204208\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"204208\" data-servings=\"10\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-trc-edit\"> <!-- .wprm-template-trc-header --><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-204208-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"204208\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray two 8-inch cake pans with pan spray and set aside.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>If you don\u2019t have ground pistachios, pulse shelled unsalted pistachios in a blender or food processor until the nuts before a powder.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ground pistachios, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>In a medium bowl whisk together the buttermilk, milk, both extracts and oil. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until just combined. If desired, add a drop or two of green food coloring for the signature green pistachio color.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>In a clean large bowl, whip the egg whites until medium stiff peaks form.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until no white streaks of egg whites remain. Separate the batter evenly into the two prepared pans.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the tops of the cakes spring back when gently pressed or a toothpick comes out with minimal crumbs on it.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Let the cakes cool in the pans for 4-5 minutes before inverting onto a cooling rack to finish cooling.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Frost the cooled cakes with buttercream and top with chopped pistachios.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Buttercream<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-204208-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Beat the butter and powdered sugar together slowly in a stand mixer until combined. Add the vanilla, salt and 3 tablespoons of cream. Beat until smooth. Add more cream if needed to reach a softer, smoother consistency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr\/>\n<hr\/>\n<p class=\"wprm-servings\">Serves: <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-204208 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-disabled wprm-block-text-normal\" data-initial-servings=\"\" data-recipe=\"204208\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">10<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Calories<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">1033<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">kcal<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (52%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Carbohydrates<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">153<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (51%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Protein<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (16%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">45<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (69%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Saturated Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">26<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (130%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Polyunsaturated Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Monounsaturated Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">13<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Trans Fat<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Cholesterol<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">106<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (35%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Sodium<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">233<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (10%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Potassium<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">317<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (9%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Fiber<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (8%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Sugar<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">127<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (141%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Vitamin A<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">1281<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">IU<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (26%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Vitamin C<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">0.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Calcium<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">103<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (10%)<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #424242\">Iron<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #757575\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #757575\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #757575\"> (11%)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"small\"><em>All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-none wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 0;border-style: dotted;border-color: #666666;\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Dessert<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">American<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">cake recipes, pistachio cake<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"cp-load-after-post\"\/><\/div>\n<p><script type=\"rocketlazyloadscript\">\n\t!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n\tn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;\n\tn.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n\tt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,\n\tdocument,'script','https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js' );\n\tfbq( 'init', '1748581388781497' );\t<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/pistachio-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. 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