Decadent Chocolate Pistachio Cake

Decadent Chocolate Pistachio Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. This cake is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests. The combination of chocolate and pistachio creates a unique and delicious flavor that will leave you wanting more.
To make this Decadent Chocolate Pistachio Cake, you will need the following ingredients:

For the cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water

For the frosting:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pistachios
To make the cake, preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract and mix until well combined. Stir in the boiling water and mix until the batter is smooth.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
To make the frosting, beat the butter in a large mixing bowl until creamy. Add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, heavy cream, and vanilla extract and beat until smooth and creamy. Stir in the chopped pistachios.
To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining frosting over the top and sides of the cake. Garnish with additional chopped pistachios, if desired.
This Decadent Chocolate Pistachio Cake is a showstopper dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. The rich chocolate cake is perfectly balanced with the nutty flavor of the pistachios. The frosting is creamy and decadent, and the chopped pistachios add a nice crunch. This cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Type: Dessert Cake
Main Ingredients: Chocolate, Pistachios, Butter