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Pistachio Milk Cake

Pistachio Milk Cake

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Pistachio Milk Cake, a moist and easy-to-make dessert that beautifully combines the nutty essence of pistachios with aromatic cardamom. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a celebration or simply treating yourself at home. With the convenience of using a boxed cake mix, you can create this stunning Indian-inspired dessert in no time. The vibrant green hue and elegant garnish of rose petals make it not just delicious but visually impressive as well. Each bite offers a creamy texture, elevated with whipped topping and a flavorful milk mixture that seeps into the cake, creating an unforgettable sweet experience.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup raw unsalted pistachios
  • 1 vanilla box cake mix
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 tsp cardamom
  • 12 ounces evaporated milk
  • 7 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 tsp pistachio extract
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar
  • Remaining pistachios
  • 3 tbsp dried rose petals

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the box cake mix, melted butter, eggs, whole milk, cardamom, food color, and pistachio extract. Mix on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for approximately 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Allow the cake to cool completely before preparing the milk mixture by whisking together evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, additional whole milk, blended pistachios, cardamom, pistachio extract, and food color.
  5. Poke holes in the cooled cake and pour the milk mixture over it. Let it soak for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Whip heavy cream with vanilla extract and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread over the soaked cake and garnish with chopped pistachios and dried rose petals.
  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 90g)
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg
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