Easy Pistachio Loaf Cake

Ingredients

• 1 box Yellow Cake Mix (standard 15‑oz box)
• 2 small boxes Pistachio Instant Pudding Mix (about 3‑oz each)
• 1 cup Full‑Fat Sour Cream (room temperature for easier mixing)
• 4 large Eggs (at room temperature)
• 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil (any neutral oil)
• 1.125 cup Water (room temperature)
• 2 cups Powdered Sugar (sifted)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla)
• 0.25 teaspoon Almond Extract (use sparingly; very strong flavor)
• 2.5 tablespoons Milk (any milk; adjust for glaze consistency)
• 2 tablespoons Crushed Pistachios (unsalted, toasted if desired)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it preheat while you prepare the batter.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 350°F

2. Gather Ingredients

   Measure out all dry and wet ingredients and have them within arm’s reach.

   Time: PT5M

3. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl add the yellow cake mix, pistachio pudding mix, water, vegetable oil, sour cream, and eggs. No specific order is required.

   Time: PT2M

4. Beat the Batter

   Using a whisk or hand mixer, beat the mixture on medium speed for 2‑3 minutes until it is smooth and thick.

   Time: PT3M

5. Prepare Loaf Pan(s)

   Grease a 9×5‑inch loaf pan (or two 8×5‑inch pans) with butter or non‑stick spray. Pour the batter into the pan(s) and smooth the top with a spatula.

   Time: PT2M

6. Bake the Cake

   Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60‑65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

   Time: PT1H

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Make the Glaze

   While the cake bakes, whisk together powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, almond extract, and milk in a small bowl until smooth and pourable but not runny.

   Time: PT5M

8. Cool the Cake

   When baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a cooling rack to cool completely.

   Time: PT10M

9. Glaze the Cake

   Drizzle the prepared glaze evenly over the cooled loaf, allowing it to drip down the sides.

   Time: PT2M

10. Add Pistachio Topping

    Sprinkle crushed pistachios over the glazed surface for added crunch and flavor.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

3g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

8g

Fiber

1g