Description
A tender, moist snacking cake made with finely ground pistachios and studded with rich chocolate, perfect for an easy everyday dessert or coffee break treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup finely ground pistachios (unsalted)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 2 tbsp chopped pistachios for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix sugar, melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top if using.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix to keep the cake tender.
- Dark chocolate pairs best with pistachio flavor.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American