Description
Indulge in a delightful slice of Pistachio Sheet Cake, a moist and nutty dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering. With its vibrant green hue and unique flavor, this cake combines the rich taste of ground pistachios with a tender crumb, making it the perfect treat for birthdays, holidays, or casual get-togethers. Easy to whip up, this recipe is beginner-friendly and versatile—enjoy it plain, frosted with whipped cream, or topped with fresh berries for an added touch of freshness. Each bite offers a delectable balance of richness and sweetness that leaves everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ground pistachios
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 cup milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ½ tsp almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground pistachios; whisk together.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until well combined. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Stir in milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly. Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg