Orange Pistachio Cake
A delightful cake combining the bright flavor of oranges with the rich, nutty crunch of pistachios, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs At room temperature
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Spoon and leveled
- 1 cup ground pistachios Medium grind
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 2 medium oranges Freshly grated
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice Freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the orange juice and vanilla extract, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
- Gently fold in the orange zest until evenly incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a glaze, drizzle a simple mixture of powdered sugar and orange juice over the top. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added richness.