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White Chocolate Pistachio Cake

A moist and decadent cake featuring rich white chocolate and crunchy pistachios, perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 cup white chocolate melted
  • 1 cup pistachios chopped
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup white chocolate melted and cooled
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream optional for consistency

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the melted white chocolate and vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chopped pistachios.
  8. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
  3. Add the melted white chocolate and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. If the frosting is too thick, add heavy cream a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top.
  2. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  3. Decorate with additional chopped pistachios if desired.
  4. Slice and serve the cake once frosted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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