Green Pistachio Cake Recipe

Mak Erot

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Apr 06, 2025

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Green Pistachio Cake Recipe: A Delightful Delight

This luscious green pistachio cake is guaranteed to impress. Its vibrant color and intense pistachio flavor make it perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to afternoon tea. This recipe focuses on achieving that perfect balance of moist crumb, intense pistachio flavor, and stunning visual appeal. Let's get baking!

Ingredients You'll Need:

This recipe yields a 9-inch two-layer cake.

For the Cake:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
• 1/2 cup (60g) shelled pistachios, finely ground
• 2 tablespoons pistachio paste
• 2-3 tablespoons green food coloring (gel is recommended for vibrant color)

For the Pistachio Buttercream Frosting:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3-4 cups (375-500g) powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (60g) shelled pistachios, finely ground
• 1-2 tablespoons pistachio paste
• Green food coloring (gel recommended)

Step-by-Step Baking Instructions:

Preparing the Cake Batter:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. You can also line the bottom with parchment paper for easier removal.
2. Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This is crucial for a tender crumb.
4. Add Eggs & Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Don't overmix!
6. Pistachio Power: Stir in the ground pistachios, pistachio paste, and green food coloring until evenly distributed. The color intensity depends on the amount of food coloring you use – start with less and add more as needed to achieve your desired shade.

Baking the Cake Layers:

1. Pour & Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
2. Even Baking: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Cooling: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Making the Pistachio Buttercream Frosting:

1. Beat the Butter: Beat the softened butter until light and fluffy.
2. Add Sugar Gradually: Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth and creamy.
3. Creamy Consistency: Add the heavy cream and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
4. Pistachio Flavor: Stir in the ground pistachios and pistachio paste. Add green food coloring to match the cake, if needed.

Assembling Your Green Pistachio Cake Masterpiece:

1. Level the Cakes (Optional): If your cake layers are uneven, use a serrated knife to level them.
2. Frosting Time: Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the top of one layer with a generous amount of pistachio buttercream.
3. Layer & Frost: Carefully place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
4. Decorate (Optional): Garnish with chopped pistachios, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, or even fresh berries for an extra touch of elegance.

Tips for Success:

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for optimal creaming and mixing.
• Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can lead to a tough cake. Mix until just combined.
• Proper Cooling: Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.

Enjoy your deliciously vibrant green pistachio cake! Remember to share your baking creations and tag us – we'd love to see your masterpieces!