Description
Pistachio Carrot Cake is a deliciously moist dessert that combines the nutty crunch of pistachios with the natural sweetness of freshly grated carrots. This vibrant cake is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual afternoon treats. Easy to make, even novice bakers will impress their family and friends with this stunning and flavorful creation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups shredded carrots (freshly grated)
- 1 cup shelled pistachios (chopped)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and shredded carrots until smooth.
- Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Add in the chopped pistachios and gently combine.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in the pans before transferring them to wire racks. Frost if desired or serve plain.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg