Lemon & pistachio cake

If sunshine had a flavor, this cake would be it!

This lemon & pistachio cake is light, fluffy, and bursting with citrusy freshness, perfectly balanced by the rich, nutty crunch of pistachios. It’s one of those bakes that feels fancy but is secretly super easy to make.

Whether you’re serving it with a cup of coffee, packing it for a picnic, or just treating yourself on a cosy afternoon, this cake brings a little joy with every bite. The lemon gives it a bright, zesty punch, while the pistachios add that irresistible texture and depth of flavour.

Trust me, it’s a crowd-pleaser and a personal favourite.

Ingredients: (for ~12 servings / slices – for a baking tray about 12×25 cm)

• 200 g flour
• 200 g butter
• 200 g white sugar
• 100 g powdered sugar
• 1 lemon
• 4 eggs
• 10 g baking powder
• lemon essence
• 100 g unsalted raw pistachios

Preparation:
Melt the butter in the microwave for about 1 minute, then give it a good stir with a fork and set it aside to cool slightly.

Chop the pistachios with a knife and set aside.

Preheat the oven to 180°C and allow it to heat fully before baking.

In a mixing bowl, combine the 200 g of white sugar with the eggs and mix with the electric mixer for a few minutes until the mixture becomes smooth, light, and slightly fluffy.

Next, add the flour, lemon essence, baking powder, melted butter and 70 g of chopped pistachios. Mix briefly with the mixer, just until everything is well combined.

Pour the batter into a baking tray about 12×25 cm in size, and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool completely.

Once cooled, make the topping: grate the lemon zest and set it aside on a small plate. Squeeze the lemon juice over the powdered sugar and mix thoroughly with a fork until smooth. Pour the glaze over the cake, then immediately sprinkle with the rest of the chopped pistachios and sprinkle the lemon zest on top of the cake, as a final touch.

If you try the recipe, let me know how you liked it! 😊

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