Pistachio Bundt Cake with Pistachio Glaze

Looking for a dessert that’s both elegant and unique? This Pistachio Bundt Cake with Pistachio Glaze is a stunning, nutty delight that’s sure to turn heads at any gathering. With its soft, buttery crumb and creamy green glaze topped with crunchy pistachios, this cake strikes the perfect balance of flavor, texture, and presentation.

Whether you’re a pistachio fanatic or just craving something different from the usual chocolate or vanilla desserts, this recipe is a must-try. And best of all—it’s super easy, thanks to a few shortcut ingredients.

Why You’ll Love This Pistachio Bundt Cake

This cake isn’t just pretty—it’s packed with flavor and nostalgia. Pistachio desserts were once considered retro, but they’re making a huge comeback for their distinct, nutty richness and creamy green hues. The instant pistachio pudding used in the batter keeps the cake moist for days, while the bundt shape adds a touch of classic beauty.

Here’s why this cake will become your go-to:

• Moist, fluffy, and slightly dense texture—perfect for bundt cakes

• Nutty pistachio flavor enhanced with real chopped pistachios

• Easy glaze that drips beautifully down the sides

• No need for a stand mixer or complicated techniques

If you’ve never baked with pistachios before, check out this pistachio flavor guide to learn more about how to use them in sweets.

Ingredients You’ll Need

To keep things simple and fuss-free, this recipe uses a boxed cake mix and pudding mix to do the heavy lifting. Here’s what you’ll need:

For the Cake:

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

• 1 box instant pistachio pudding mix (3.4 oz)

• 4 large eggs

• 1 cup whole milk (or water, if preferred)

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• ½ tsp almond extract (optional but recommended)

• ½ cup chopped pistachios (plus extra for topping)

• A few drops of green food coloring (optional for vibrant color)

For the Pistachio Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2–3 tbsp milk

• 1 tbsp pistachio paste or 1 tsp pudding mix

• Optional: drop of green food coloring

Want to make your own pistachio paste? Here’s a great homemade pistachio paste recipe.

‍ Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Bundt Pan

• Grease a 10-inch bundt pan generously with non-stick spray or butter, and lightly dust with flour.

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Mix the Batter

In a large mixing bowl, combine:

• Cake mix

• Pistachio pudding mix

• Eggs

• Milk

• Oil

• Almond extract (if using)

Whisk or beat with a hand mixer on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until smooth. Stir in chopped pistachios and a few drops of green food coloring if you like a vibrant pistachio green.

3. Bake

• Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top.

• Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

• Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Make the Glaze

In a small bowl:

• Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, pistachio paste or pudding mix, and food coloring.

• The glaze should be thick but pourable. Adjust with more milk or sugar if needed.

5. Glaze and Garnish

• Once the cake is cool, drizzle the glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides.

• Sprinkle with whole or chopped pistachios for a beautiful finish and extra crunch.

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