Published 3/15/2024 • Updated 4/29/2024 Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just want something sweet, this recipe is will hit the treat spot 😀 Ohhh my gosh, this pistachio loaf is truly my new favorite cake. It’s a super moist loaf cake thats bursting with nutty pistachio flavor! You’ll get chopped pistachios baked into the loaf and blended pistachios in the frosting, which means amazing pistachio flavor in every single bite. And can we talk about how stunning she is?
Pistachio Loaf Ingredients
Chopped pistachios: The star of the show! Chopped pistachios add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to the loaf. Save some extra to sprinkle on the top 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 All-purpose flour: The base for this cake batter provides structure for the batter without being too overly dense. Baking powder: Gives the loaf its light and airy texture by helping it rise during baking. Kosher salt: Brings out the flavors of the other ingredients and balances the sweetness. Unsalted butter: Adds richness and moisture to the loaf, don’t skip it. Granulated sugar: Sweetens the loaf and helps create a golden-brown crust. Vanilla extract: Infuses the loaf with warm sweetness. Eggs: Binds the ingredients together. We have not tested this recipe with a flax egg. Almond milk: Provides moisture to the batter with a neutral flavor profile.
Pistachio Frosting Ingredients
Pistachios: Again, the star of the show! Pistachios provide a rich, nutty flavor to the frosting. Unsalted butter: It’s essential for creating a creamy and smooth texture in the frosting. Make sure it’s softened! Vanilla extract: Adds a hint of warm sweetness. Powdered sugar: Helps to create a smooth consistency, perfect for spreading. Sea salt: Balances out the sweetness. All you need is a pinch! Heavy cream: Adds richness and creaminess to the frosting; we don’t recommend skipping this!
Is this pistachio loaf cake super sweet?
We wanted to create a loaf cake that wasn’t TOO overly sweet so that you could really taste and enjoy the nutty pistachio flavors. If you like a sweeter cake, feel free to go crazy with a thick layer of frosting on top!
Can you make pistachio nut butter?
Yes! Why not whip up a batch of rich pistachio nut butter while you have your food processor out for this frosting. We have a ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ pistachio butter recipe that you’ll love as much as we do 😏
Top Tips for this Pistachio Loaf
The bake time may vary depending on If you are baking at altitude. Use the toothpick trick and adjust bake time accordingly. In steps 4 and 5, be sure not to over-mix the batter. If you over-mix you may end up with a dense loaf. No one wants a dense loaf! Every oven is different. In step 6, you have the option to turn the loaf pan 180º depending on if your oven bakes unevenly. Cutting a line down the middle of the loaf before baking ensures that a crease will be baked on the top of the bread. It’s fully for aesthetics, but we love how it looks 😀 Allow the cake to fully cool before frosting: You must wait for the cake to cool completely or the frosting will melt to the sides of the cake.
Easy Ingredient Swaps
Almond milk –> any variety of milk: unsweetened, plain almond milk gives a neutral flavor, but feel free to substitute 1:1 for your milk of choice. Beast Blender Unsalted butter –> salted butter: if you substitute for salted butter, please skip the salt in the batter and the frosting. All-purpose flour –> GF 1:1 flour: we have not tested this with GF flour, but should you want to keep this flour gluten free, substitute the all-purpose flour for 1:1 GF flour. Let us know how it goes!
Storage + Freezer Instructions
Store this pistachio loaf cake in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 3 days. Coconut Loaf Cake Can I freeze this pistachio loaf? If you’re planning to freeze this loaf cake, we suggest freezing it before frosting. Let the cake cool completely and then tightly wrap it with a piece of tin foil. Freeze for up to 3 months, and frost after allowing to thaw when you’re ready to serve.
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