Description
This Pistachio Coffee Cake is a moist and flavorful treat combining buttery cake with the rich aroma of coffee and the crunch of roasted pistachios. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, it balances a tender crumb with a subtle cinnamon spice and nutty texture.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup unsalted roasted pistachios, coarsely chopped
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- ½ cup brewed coffee (cooled)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using a mixer on medium speed for about 3 to 4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
- Add Sour Cream and Coffee: Fold the sour cream into the mixture until combined, then gradually pour in the cooled brewed coffee, mixing gently to incorporate without deflating the batter.
- Fold in Pistachios: Stir in the coarsely chopped roasted pistachios evenly throughout the batter, adding a delightful crunchy texture to the cake.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the prepared batter into the greased pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly in the pan before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Using room temperature eggs improves batter consistency and cake texture.
- Sour cream can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor and added moisture.
- Brewed coffee is essential for infusing deep coffee flavor but make sure it’s cooled before adding to prevent curdling.
- For added sweetness and texture, consider topping the cake with a simple glaze or additional chopped pistachios after baking.
- Ensure the pistachios are unsalted to maintain balanced flavors.
