Pistachio Nut Bundt Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

1. 2 cups all-purpose flour
2. 1 cup sugar
3. 1/2 cup pistachio nuts, chopped
4. 1/2 cup vegetable oil
5. 4 eggs
6. 1 teaspoon baking powder
7. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8. 1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation Time:

1. Preparation: 20 minutes
2. Cooking: 35 minutes
3. Total: 55 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, chopped pistachio nuts, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the liquid mixture into the dry mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Pour the batter into a Bundt cake pan and bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pan and placing on a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

1. The combination of pistachio nuts and vanilla extract creates a unique and flavorful taste that Americans will love.
2. The Bundt cake shape is not only visually appealing but also provides a great texture with its hollow centers.
3. This cake is best served after a meal as a dessert or as a special treat during tea time.

User Comments:

1. "This pistachio Bundt cake was a hit at my dinner party! The flavor was unique and refreshing." - John Smith
2. "The combination of pistachio and vanilla was a great match. This cake was moist and delicious." - Sarah Johnson
3. "I love how easy this recipe is to make, yet it still tastes like a high-end dessert." - Michael Brown

Special Precautions and Tips:

1. Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
2. When mixing the wet and dry ingredients, do not overmix to prevent a tough cake.
3. Allow the cake to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar to ensure an even coating.