Easy Recipes Lemon Pistachio Cake
Bright and nutty lemon pistachio cake that's simple and satisfying.
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup finely ground pistachios
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, ground pistachios, lemon zest, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Mix in sour cream, lemon juice, and vanilla.
- Fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into pan and smooth the top.
- Bake 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.