Best 8 Pretty Pistachio Cake Recipes

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Step into a realm of exquisite flavors and visual delight with our journey to discover the most tantalizing "Pretty Pistachio Cake" recipe. This majestic culinary creation is a symphony of springtime hues and delectable textures that will leave your taste buds in awe. Imagine a moist, fluffy cake base infused with the vibrant essence of pistachios, adorned with layers of luscious pistachio cream and artfully decorated with a cascade of pistachio crumbles and delicate edible flowers. Brace yourself for a gastronomic experience that will transport you to a Pistachio wonderland, where every bite is a burst of pistachio perfection. Let's embark on this delectable journey to find the most Instagram-worthy and palate-pleasing "Pretty Pistachio Cake" recipe that will turn heads and tantalize taste buds.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PISTACHIO CAKE



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Make this pistachio cake with real pistachio and almond extract flavors. This "naked cake" is finished with silky cream cheese frosting. Read the recipe notes before beginning. The pink flowers pictured on the finished cake are called kalanchoe.

Provided by Sally

Categories     Cake

Time 5h

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups (260g) unsalted pistachios (out of shells)
2 and 1/3 cups (275g) cake flour (spoon & leveled)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (1.5 sticks; 170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 and 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar
5 large egg whites, at room temperature
1/2 cup (120g) sour cream, at room temperature*
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup (240ml) whole milk, at room temperature*
cream cheese frosting
optional: 1 tiny drop green food coloring*
optional: garnishes such as berries and leftover pistachios

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease and lightly flour three 9-inch cake pans.
  • Pulse the pistachios in a food processor until ground up into very fine crumbs. See photo above for a visual. You'll have about 1 and 1/2 cups of crumbs. (If you have more than that, set aside for garnish.)
  • Pour 1 and 1/2 cups of pistachio crumbs in a large bowl. Whisk in the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the butter and sugar together on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed. Beat in the egg whites on high speed until combined, about 2 minutes. Beat in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl as needed. With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients until just incorporated. With the mixer still running on low, pour in the milk (and the green food coloring, if using) and mix just until combined. You may need to whisk it all by hand to make sure there are no lumps at the bottom of the bowl. The batter will be slightly thick.
  • Pour batter evenly into cake pans. Bake for around 21-23 minutes or until the cakes are baked through. To test for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, it's done. Allow cakes to cool completely in the pans set on a wire rack. The cakes must be completely cool before frosting and assembling.
  • Prepare the cream cheese frosting (see note below).
  • Using a large serrated knife, slice a thin layer off the tops of the cakes to create a flat surface. Discard (or crumble over ice cream!). Place 1 cake layer on your cake stand, cake turntable, or serving plate. Evenly cover the top with frosting. Top with 2nd layer and evenly cover the top with more frosting. Top with the third cake layer. Spread the frosting all over the top and sides. (I used a bench scraper to smooth out the sides.) Decorate with garnishes, if desired. Refrigerate for at least 30-45 minutes before slicing. This helps the cake keep its shape when cutting.
  • Cover leftover cake tightly and store in the refrigerator for 5 days.

PISTACHIO CAKE



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Mom is well-known for her holiday cookies, candies and cakes. This delicious dessert starts conveniently with a cake mix and instant pudding. You're sure to get requests for second helpings when you serve it. -Becky Brunette, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package white cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
1 cup lemon-lime soda
1 cup canola oil
3 eggs
1 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups cold milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup pistachios, toasted
Whole red shell pistachios and fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes; stir in walnuts. , Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat milk and pudding mix on low speed for 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over cake. Sprinkle with pistachios. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes before cutting. Garnish with whole pistachios and mint if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Fat 29g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

PRETTY PISTACHIO CAKE



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Make and share this Pretty Pistachio Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by HOUSEMANAGER Charle

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

vegetable shortening, for greasing the pan
1 (18 1/4 ounce) package white cake mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
4 eggs
1 cup water
2/3 cup vegetable oil
5 drops green food coloring
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 cup milk
1 1/2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed
chopped pistachio nut

Steps:

  • COMBINE in a large mixer bowl cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, water and oil; Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes; Stir in coloring and spread batter evenly into a 13 x 9 inch greased pan.
  • BAKE 35 to 40 minutes; Cool completely on a wire rack.
  • COMBINE in a large mixer bowl pudding mix and milk; Beat on low speed for 1 minute; Let set for 2 minutes; Add whipped topping and beat on low speed just to blend; Spread over cooled cake; Sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
  • CHILL until serving: Store leftover cake in the refrigerator.

PISTACHIO CAKE (BEST RECIPE)



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Desserts     Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18.25-ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (3.4-ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups water
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
7 drops green food coloring
1 (16-oz) container of Cool Whip
1 (3.4-ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix

Steps:

  • For the cake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 10-inch tube pan with butter and coat with flour. Shake out excess flour.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together yellow cake mix and pistachio pudding mix. Form a well in the middle and pour in the eggs, water, oil, almond extract, and food coloring. Beat the ingredients at medium speed for about 2 minutes, or until well-combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes. The cake should spring back when pressed lightly.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Flip it over onto a wire rack and let cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the frosting. Whisk together Cool Whip and pistachio pudding mix until smooth and fluffy.
  • Frost completely cooled cake with pistachio frosting. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 cal

PISTACHIO DREAM CAKE



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"This moist delightful cake is good for you and yummy, too," assures Audrey Grimm of Mesa, Arizona.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 package (1 ounce) instant sugar-free pistachio pudding mix
1 cup (8 ounces) nonfat plain yogurt
3 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup diet lemon-lime soda
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups cold fat-free milk
1 package (1 ounce) instant sugar-free pistachio pudding mix
2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine dry cake and pudding mixes, yogurt, egg whites and vanilla; beat on low speed for 1 minute. Gradually beat in soda. , Pour into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool. , For frosting, combine milk and dry pudding mix in a bowl; beat on low for 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 2g fat, Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g protein.

PISTACHIO CAKE



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Yummy pistachio cake that is moist. Alot of times I will use a glaze made from confectioner's sugar and water to drizzle over the top. The cake itself is a pretty green color and is nice at St. Patrick's Day or Christmas. Family favorite.

Provided by Kim127

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup milk
5 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 packages pistachio pudding mix
1 white cake mix
1 cup mini chocolate chip

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease and flour bundt pan.
  • With an electric mixer, mix all ingredients except chips until well blended.
  • Stir in mini chocolate chips.
  • Pour cake mix into bundt pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
  • Test for doneness.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.5, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 89.5, Sodium 325.9, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 31.9, Protein 5.5

PISTACHIO CAKE



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This pastel-green, easy-to-make cake is super moist with a light, creamy frosting that is perfect for any holiday like Christmas, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, etc. This cake and the yummy frosting can be adapted with almost any flavor pudding. Experiment away!

Provided by TheRecycleChef

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pistachio Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup club soda
3 eggs
1 (3 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 ½ cups milk
1 (3 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (1.3 ounce) envelope dry whipped topping mix (such as Dream Whip®)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®).
  • Beat cake mix, vegetable oil, club soda, eggs, and 1 package pistachio pudding mix together in a bowl until blended; pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the cake comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes. Turn cake onto a cooling rack and cool completely.
  • Beat milk, 1 package pistachio pudding mix, and whipped topping mix together in a bowl using an electric mixer on high until frosting forms stiff peaks. Spread frosting on cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 376.8 mg, Sugar 22.9 g

PISTACHIO CAKE I



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This is a very good tasting cake, and easy to make.

Provided by Cheryl

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pistachio Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
5 eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups milk
2 (1.5 ounce) envelopes instant dessert topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, 1 package pudding, water, eggs, and oil. Pour into a greased and floured Bundt pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175) degrees C for 45 minutes, or until done. Allow to cool.
  • To Make Frosting: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 package instant pudding, milk, and instant whipped topping mix. Beat until thick, and spread on the cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 383.1 mg, Sugar 29.3 g

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect green color for the pistachio cake, use a combination of pistachio paste and food coloring.
  • Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before starting the recipe, as this will help them emulsify better and create a smoother batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it.
  • For a richer flavor, use homemade pistachio buttercream frosting.
  • Decorate the cake with chopped pistachios, pistachio buttercream frosting, or other desired toppings.

Conclusion:

With its vibrant green color, nutty flavor, and creamy frosting, this pistachio cake is a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe provides detailed instructions to help you create a delicious and visually stunning pistachio cake that will impress your friends and family. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this pistachio baking adventure together!

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