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Vanilla Bean Pistachio Cake Recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 550
A delightful vanilla cake layered with pistachio frosting, perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 0.75 cup butter, softened
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 3 eggs eggs
  • 1 Rodelle Madagascar vanilla bean or 2 tsp vanilla extract vanilla bean or extract
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla paste or pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk

Frosting

  • 1 lb butter, softened
  • 1 3.4 oz pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 5-6 cups powdered sugar
  • 4-6 tbsp milk (adjust for desired consistency)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. Cream butter and sugar, then add eggs and vanilla. Alternately add dry ingredients and milk, then divide batter into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Cool cakes completely. Beat butter, add pistachio pudding, vanilla, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and milk to desired consistency. Frost the cake layers and decorate as desired.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality vanilla and pistachio pudding for richer flavor.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cake, Pistachio, Vanilla