Homemade Pistachio Pudding Cake is a deliciously unique dessert that combines the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios with the comforting texture of a cake and the creamy smoothness of pudding. Here’s a simple recipe to make this delightful treat from scratch!
Homemade Pistachio Pudding Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (unsalted)
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix (for flavor)
For the Pudding Layer:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch baking dish or an 8×8-inch square dish.
- Make the Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until well combined.
- Stir in the chopped pistachios and pistachio pudding mix until evenly distributed.
- Prepare the Pudding:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, and cornstarch over medium heat.
- Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and comes to a simmer. Once it thickens, remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
- Pour the pudding over the cake batter in the prepared baking dish. Do not stir—this will create a pudding layer that forms underneath the cake as it bakes.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the cake portion (not the pudding layer) comes out clean.
- The pudding layer will be soft and gooey, and the cake will rise on top.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the Pistachio Pudding Cake to cool for a few minutes before serving. It’s best served warm, but it’s also delicious when it’s chilled.
- Garnish with additional chopped pistachios or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
This Homemade Pistachio Pudding Cake is rich, comforting, and has that perfect blend of textures—creamy pudding at the bottom and a soft, nutty cake on top. It’s a unique dessert that’s sure to impress!
Let me know how it turns out or if you need more tips!