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Flourless Pistachio Cake

A rich, moist cake bursting with nutty flavors of fresh pistachios, perfect for any dessert table and gluten-free!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups shelled pistachios Fresh, high-quality pistachios for best flavor.
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted Can be substituted with coconut oil for dairy-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
  2. In a food processor, pulse the shelled pistachios until they’re finely ground but not turned into a paste. You can reserve a few for decoration if you like!
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until well blended and slightly frothy.
  4. Stir in the melted butter, vanilla extract, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix in the ground pistachios until you have a smooth batter.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top. Bake in your preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Serve it warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep fluffiness. Can use other nuts like almonds or walnuts.