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Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Cake

A delightful cake combining rich chocolate and unique pistachio flavors, perfect for any celebration or as a sweet ending to a meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: International, Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adjust based on taste preference
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is softened to room temperature
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup finely chopped pistachios Fold gently into the batter
For Layering and Garnish
  • 1 cup chocolate ganache For layering
  • to taste pistachio nuts For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
  2. In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk until smooth.
  6. Fold in the chopped pistachios.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool completely before adding layers of chocolate ganache.
Serving
  1. Decorate with additional pistachio nuts.
  2. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap for freezing.