Description
A creamy, dreamy dessert that combines pistachio flavor with a gooey texture, perfect for gatherings and sweet reminiscence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely ground pistachios
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar gradually, mixing until fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Fold in the finely ground pistachios.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let it cool in the pan before slicing and serve with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
For variations, try substituting pistachios with walnuts or almonds, and cream cheese with ricotta for a lighter texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: pistachio, butter cake, dessert, family recipe, gooey cake