Homemade Pistachio Pudding Cake

That sounds delicious! Here’s a simple recipe for Homemade Pistachio Pudding Cake—a moist, flavorful cake with that lovely pistachio taste.

Homemade Pistachio Pudding Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix (or vanilla cake mix)

• 1 small box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix

• 4 large eggs

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

• 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup chopped pistachios (optional, for extra texture)

For the Frosting (optional but recommended):

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2-3 cups powdered sugar (adjust sweetness to taste)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup finely chopped pistachios (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven: to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. Mix the batter: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, pistachio pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and well blended.

3. Add pistachios: Fold in the chopped pistachios if using.

4. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan(s) and bake for 35-40 minutes (or about 25-30 minutes for round pans), or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Cool: Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.

6. Make the frosting: Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.

7. Frost the cake: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top for garnish.

8. Serve: Slice and enjoy!