Description
This Lemon Pistachio Almond Cake is a naturally gluten-free dessert made with almond flour, fresh lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and crunchy pistachios. Wonderfully moist, light, and bursting with citrus flavor, it’s perfect for brunch, afternoon tea, spring gatherings, or an elegant homemade dessert.
Ingredients
1 cup almond flour (about 100 g)
1/2 cup pistachios, finely chopped (about 70 g)
1/2 cup granulated sugar (about 100 g)
3 large eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (about 60 g)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
Zest of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
For Garnish:
Powdered sugar
Extra chopped pistachios
Fresh lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, and salt, then stir in the chopped pistachios.
3. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until pale and slightly fluffy.
4. Add the melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest, whisking until smooth.
5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Dust generously with powdered sugar.
10. Garnish with extra chopped pistachios and fresh lemon zest before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use finely ground almond flour for the softest texture.
Fresh lemon juice and zest provide the brightest citrus flavor.
Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake tender.
Toast the pistachios lightly for deeper flavor if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 68mg