Strawberry Pistachio Cake
A delightful cake combining rich pistachio layers with luscious strawberry buttercream, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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Scale
1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios - 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A drop of green food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting) - A pinch of salt (for frosting)
- Sliced fresh strawberries (optional)
- Strawberry jam (optional)
- Macerated strawberries (optional)
- Freeze-dried strawberry pieces (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pans and Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Grind the Pistachios: Pulse the pistachios in a food processor until fine.
- Whisk the Dry 《我的瑜伽教练》完整版: Combine ground pistachios, flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate the Dry and Wet 《我的瑜伽教练》完整版: Alternate adding the dry mixture and milk, mixing until just combined.
- Bake the Cakes: Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes.
- Cool the Cakes: Allow cakes to cool in pans, then transfer to wire racks.
- Make the Strawberry Buttercream: Beat butter, then gradually add powdered sugar and strawberry powder.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one layer on a plate, spread with buttercream, and optionally layer with strawberries or jam.
- Add the Second Layer: Place the second layer on top and cover with remaining buttercream.
- Decorate and Chill: Garnish with chopped pistachios and strawberries, chill for 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a chocolate twist, add cocoa powder to the batter. Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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