Description
This Flourless Pistachio Cake with Chocolate Ganache is a rich and decadent dessert that combines the nutty flavor of pistachios with a luscious, velvety chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for gluten-free indulgence or a special occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pistachio Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups pistachio nuts (unsalted, shelled)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 8 oz (225 g) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the pistachios: In a food processor, grind the pistachios into a fine powder (similar to almond meal). Add the sugar, baking powder, and salt to the ground pistachios and pulse a few more times to combine.
- Mix the cake batter: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the pistachio mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until fully combined.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the chocolate ganache: While the cake cools, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate and butter. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
- Assemble the cake: Once the cake has cooled, pour the ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides. Let the ganache set for about 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can strain the pistachio meal to remove any larger bits before using it in the batter.
- This cake is naturally gluten-free, making it a great option for people with gluten sensitivities.
- You can garnish the top of the cake with chopped pistachios or berries for extra flair.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of the cake)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg