Name: Pistachio Cardamom Tea Cake
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shelled pistachios (plus extra for garnish); 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain); 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons milk; Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Pistachio Cardamom Tea Cake

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This Pistachio Cardamom Tea Cake is a fragrant, nutty treat that brings together the earthy richness of pistachios and the floral warmth of cardamom. Perfect for an afternoon snack or a light dessert, it’s tender, subtly sweet, and visually stunning with its green flecks and golden crumb. The addition of Greek yogurt keeps the cake moist without being heavy, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance. Serve it with tea or coffee for a delightful experience that feels both comforting and exotic.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
Pulse the pistachios in a food processor until finely ground, but not a paste.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, salt, and ground cardamom.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
Stir in the vanilla extract and Greek yogurt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently. Add the milk and mix just until combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with extra chopped pistachios before serving.