Best 8 Pistachio Nut Cake Ii Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Pistachio Nut Cake II, a symphony of sweet and nutty goodness. This delectable cake is a perfect treat for any occasion, whether it's a cozy gathering with loved ones or a special celebration. With its moist and fluffy texture, vibrant green color, and irresistible pistachio flavor, this cake is sure to impress. The recipe is easy to follow, requiring readily available ingredients and simple techniques.

In addition to the classic Pistachio Nut Cake II, we also offer variations to suit different tastes and preferences. For those who enjoy a hint of citrus, the Lemon Pistachio Cake combines the brightness of lemon with the richness of pistachios. If you prefer a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Pistachio Cake provides a delicious alternative without compromising on flavor. And for those who love a touch of chocolate, the Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cake offers a delightful combination of both worlds.

Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure perfect results every time. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create a pistachio masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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 NUT BUNDT CAKE



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A green Bundt cake. This is perfect for Christmas or St. Patrick's day.

Provided by Marlene Edwards

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pistachio Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant pistachio pudding mix
1 cup sour cream
½ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cake mix and instant pudding. Add the sour cream, oil and eggs, mix well. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Combine the brown sugar, walnuts and cinnamon, sprinkle over the batter in the pan. Cover with the remaining batter.
  • Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool for 15 minutes in pan before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely. When cake is cooled, dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.6 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 547.7 mg, Sugar 41.8 g

PISTACHIO NUT CAKE



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So green and sooo good! This cake is extra moist because of the addition of the pudding... which in my book makes it extra TASTY too! I like to double the amount of icing for full coverage.

Provided by Laura Davis

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box yellow cake mix, 18.25 ounce
2 pkg instant pistachio pudding mix, 3.4 ounce each
1 c vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 c carbonated water
1/2 c chopped pistachio nuts
1 pkg instant dessert topping, 1.5 ounce envelope
1 1/2 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
  • 2. In a medium bowl, stir together the cake mix and 1 package of instant pudding.
  • 3. Add the oil, eggs and club soda, mix well.
  • 4. Fold in the chopped nuts, reserving some for garnish if desired. Pour into the prepared pan.
  • 5. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • 6. In a medium bowl, stir together the instant whipped topping and instant pudding. Add the milk and mix until light and fluffy.
  • 7. Slice cooled cake into layers, fill and frost including the hole in the middle. Garnish with nuts if desired. Keep chilled until serving.

PISTACHIO NUT LAYER CAKE



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My cousin wanted a pistachio cake for her wedding, so rather than use boxed yellow cake mix and pistachio pudding mix, I opted for fresh pistachio nuts and came up with this delicious recipe! Frost with your choice of frosting.

Provided by Linsey

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Layer Cake

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ounces shelled pistachio nuts
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons almond extract
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground.
  • Sift flour into a bowl. Combine milk, almond extract, salt, and vanilla extract in a second bowl. Combine vinegar and baking soda in a third bowl.
  • Cream sugar and butter in a large mixing bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, blending well after each addition. Mix in pistachios. Add flour, alternating with the milk mixture, beating batter briefly after each addition. Gently fold vinegar mixture in to the batter; do not stir at this point. Pour batter into two 8-inch round cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Run a table knife around the edges to loosen. Invert carefully onto a serving plate or cooling rack. Let cool, about 30 minutes, before frosting with your choice of frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 402.9 mg, Sugar 26.6 g

PISTACHIO CAKE II



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This simple cake recipe uses pistachio pudding mix and lemon-lime flavored carbonated beverage to deliver a cake that is great for potlucks or family gatherings.

Provided by v monte

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pistachio Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
¾ cup vegetable oil
1 cup lemon-lime flavored carbonated beverage
3 eggs
2 (3 ounce) packages instant pistachio pudding mix
2 (1.3 ounce) envelopes whipped topping mix
1 ½ cups milk

Steps:

  • Beat cake mix, oil, soda, eggs, and first package of pudding until smooth. Pour batter into greased 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 45 minutes, or cake tests done.
  • Beat Dream Whip ™ , milk, and pudding until stiff; pour over cooled cake. Refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 32.6 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 368.1 mg, Sugar 27.9 g

PISTACHIO PUDDING CAKE



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Everyone who's ever tried this moist, one-of-a-kind cake can't believe it's a mix. The dessert is perfect for St. Patrick's Day...and you won't need the luck of the Irish to whip it up! -Suzanne Winkhart, Bolivar, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
4 large eggs
1 cup club soda
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
ICING:
1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup cold 2% milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant pistachio pudding mix
2 teaspoons confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, soda and oil; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in walnuts., Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., In a large bowl, beat the cream, milk, pudding mix and confectioners' sugar on high until stiff peaks form. Frost cake. Sprinkle with walnuts. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 28g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 555mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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.

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

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality pistachios. If you can't find fresh pistachios, you can use roasted and salted pistachios, but be sure to adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe accordingly.
  • To make sure the cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting set properly.
  • If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a regular 9-inch round cake pan. Just be sure to grease and flour the pan well before adding the batter.
  • This cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cake for up to 2 months. Just be sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap before freezing.

Conclusion:

This pistachio nut cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the frosting is creamy and rich. Whether you're serving it to guests or enjoying it yourself, this cake is sure to be a hit.

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