Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– ¾ cup milk (any kind you prefer)
– 3 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ¼ teaspoon baking soda
– ½ cup finely chopped unsalted pistachios
– A pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Measuring cups and spoons
– 9-inch round cake pans (2)
– Parchment paper
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While it warms up, prepare your cake pans by greasing them with a bit of butter and lining the bottoms with parchment paper. This helps ensure your cake comes out cleanly and beautifully. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and sugar until it’s light and fluffy; the texture should feel airy and almost silky. This step is crucial as it incorporates air into the batter, leading to a lighter cake. (See the next page below to continue steps…)