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Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake Recipe

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Pistachio Gooey Butter Cake is a rich, decadent dessert featuring a buttery crust topped with a creamy, gooey pistachio filling. This luscious cake combines the nutty flavor of finely chopped unsalted pistachios with a smooth cream cheese layer, baked to golden perfection and served warm for the ultimate indulgence.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder

Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup unsalted pistachios, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the Crust Mixture. In a medium bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and 2 cups granulated sugar, mixing until smooth. Add one large egg and continue mixing well. Then incorporate 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1 tsp baking powder until evenly combined. Spread this crust mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Prepare the Filling. In another bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese with sugar until creamy. Add two large eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth mixture. Fold in 1 cup finely chopped unsalted pistachios evenly into the filling.
  4. Assemble and Bake. Pour the pistachio cream cheese filling over the butter crust layer in the baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes until the top is golden brown but the center remains gooey.
  5. Cool and Serve. Allow the cake to cool slightly in the pan before slicing into squares. Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Use softened butter and cream cheese to ensure smooth mixing and better texture.
  • For more intense pistachio flavor, consider lightly toasting the pistachios before chopping.
  • Let the cake cool a bit to firm up slightly but serve warm for the best gooey texture experience.
  • You can substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and reheat before serving.

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