Grandma's Secret Pistachio Almond Coffee Cake
A delightful coffee cake featuring the rich flavors of pistachios and almonds, complemented by a velvety whipped cream filling and a crunchy topping.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 370kcal
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Room temperature for better blending.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs Room temperature.
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup finely ground pistachios
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup milk Room temperature.
Whipped Cream and Topping
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for whipped cream)
- 0.5 cup chopped pistachios (for topping)
- 0.25 cup chopped almonds (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted (for topping)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the almond and vanilla extracts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, finely ground pistachios, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
Baking
- Gradually add the dry ingredient blend to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk until fully combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans once done.
Whipping and Assembling
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread the whipped cream filling over the top. Add the second cake layer on top.
Topping
- Mix chopped pistachios, chopped almonds, brown sugar, and melted butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle this mixture over the assembled cake.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes to let it set.
Serving
- Slice and enjoy each piece of this delectable coffee cake.
Notes
Use room-temperature ingredients for better incorporation. Add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon for flavor variations. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.