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Buttery Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake

Indulge in Buttery Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake Bliss

This Buttery Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake is a delightful, creamy dessert with a unique flavor combination, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 1 cup Unshelled Pistachios use shelled for ease
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 2 large Eggs plus 1 egg white
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt works too
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Almond Extract or extra vanilla
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk or milk with vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adjust to taste

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • food processor
  • large mixing bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan with non-stick spray and parchment paper.
  2. Pulse the unshelled pistachios in a food processor until fine crumbs. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat softened butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and lemon zest until fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs and egg white one at a time, mixing after each. Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture and buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Fold in pistachio crumbs.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add one egg and vanilla, then sift in powdered sugar.
  7. Spread the cake batter in the prepared pan, then layer the cream cheese mixture on top.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are golden brown and center is slightly jiggly. Cool in pan for 10-15 minutes.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, then dust with powdered sugar and garnish with chopped pistachios before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Garnish with whipped cream for added elegance.

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