Exquisite Pistachio Cake with Creamy Pistachio Frosting: A Vegan Delicacy

Dive into the rich and nutty flavors of this vegan Pistachio Cake, a delightful dessert that perfectly pairs soft, moist cake layers with a creamy pistachio frosting. Made with both crushed pistachios and pistachio butter, this cake is a true celebration of pistachio's unique taste. The frosting, a blend of dairy-free yogurt, cream cheese, and pistachio butter, complements the cake with its smooth and flavorful texture. This recipe is a testament to the versatility of vegan baking, offering a luxurious and satisfying treat for any pistachio lover.

Ingredients:

  • Cake:
    • 330g self-rising flour
    • 50g ground pistachios
    • 1 tsp baking powder
    • 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 150g sugar
    • 360ml dairy-free milk mixed with 1 tsp vinegar
    • 90g dairy-free yogurt
    • 50g neutral-tasting oil
    • 50g pistachio butter
  • Frosting:
    • 300g dairy-free yogurt, room temperature
    • 200g dairy-free cream cheese, room temperature
    • 50g pistachio butter
    • 50g vegan vanilla protein powder
    • 5 tbsp maple syrup (adjust to taste)
    • 3 tbsp unsweetened dairy-free milk, room temperature (adjust as needed)

Method:

  1. Preheat the oven to 170°C and line two round cake tins.
  2. Mix dairy-free milk with vinegar and set aside to thicken.
  3. Combine the thickened milk with other wet ingredients, then sift in the dry ingredients.
  4. Divide the batter between the tins and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  5. For the frosting, use an electric whisk or a stand mixer to blend all ingredients until smooth.
  6. Once the cakes have cooled, layer them with the pistachio frosting.

Enjoy this delightful Pistachio Cake, and feel free to share this vegan treat with others!

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