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Irresistible Pistachio Loaf Cake Recipe You’ll Crave

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A moist and flavorful pistachio loaf cake with a sweet glaze, perfect for brunch or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk (or buttermilk)
  • 1 cup pistachios, chopped (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (or lemon juice, for glaze)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla (and almond extract if using).
  4. Add dry ingredients in two additions, alternating with milk, mixing just until combined.
  5. Fold in chopped pistachios. Pour batter into loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a rack to cool.
  8. Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth, drizzle over cooled loaf, and sprinkle with extra chopped pistachios.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, toast the pistachios before chopping.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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