Pistachio Cake

This Pistachio Cake is a delightful Lebanese dessert that combines the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios with a moist, tender crumb. It's perfect for sharing, offering a unique taste of Middle Eastern sweetness in every bite.

Ingredients

• Pistachios - 100 grams, shelled
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 30 milliliters
• Water - 30 milliliters
• Powdered sugar - for dusting (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan.
2. In a food processor, grind the pistachios until finely ground but not pasty.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pistachios, all-purpose flour, and baking powder.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, olive oil, water, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 155 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.03 L

Health Benefits

• Pistachios are rich in healthy fats and protein, promoting heart health.
• They are a good source of antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation.

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