Pistachio and Cardamom Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. 2

   In a food processor, grind the pistachios until they are a fine powder.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and ground cardamom.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.

7. 7

   Fold in the ground pistachios until well combined.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.

9. 9

   Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. 10

    Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

11. 11

    Serve the cake as is or with a dusting of powdered sugar on top.