Pistachio bread—a delicious treat that's perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day or for enjoying any time of the year. With its vibrant green color and rich nutty flavor, pistachio bread is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or simply as a yummy treat for yourself.
And did you know that pistachios, the star ingredient of this recipe, are not only delicious but also packed with health benefits? These nutrient-rich nuts are loaded with antioxidants, healthy fats, melatonin and essential vitamins and minerals, making them a smart choice for both your taste buds and your well-being. So, let's roll up our sleeves, preheat the oven and get ready to bake up a batch of pistachio bread that's as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Things You'll Need
1 box white cake mix
2 boxes pistachio pudding mix
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/8 cup water
4 eggs
1 cup sour cream
3 Tbsp. milk
1 tsp. almond extract
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup chopped pistachios
1. Mix bread ingredients
Mix together cake mix, pudding mix, oil, water, eggs and sour cream in a large mixing bowl.
2. Prepare bread pan
Lightly grease the bread pan, pour in 1/4 cup sugar and shake the pan until the grease is coated with sugar.
3. Bake bread
Fill the bread pan halfway with the batter and smooth with a spoon. Bake the bread at 350 degrees for 45 minutes (or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the bread).
4. Mix glaze
While the bread cools, use a whisk to mix the milk, the almond and vanilla extract and the powdered sugar in a small bowl.
5. Remove pistachio shells and chop
Crack the shells and remove the pistachio nuts.
Tip
For greener pistachios, remove the hulls by blanching the nuts in boiling water for a few seconds. Drain and then rub the pistachios in a towel and the hulls will fall right off.
Coarsely chop the pistachios with a sharp knife.
6. Drizzle glaze and sprinkle chopped pistachios
Drizzle the glaze over the top of the bread and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
From its vibrant green hue to its nutty aroma, pistachio bread offers a unique twist on traditional baking recipes and is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a festive green loaf or simply indulging in a wholesome homemade treat, pistachio bread is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your friends and family. So, the next time you're craving something special from the oven, why not give pistachio bread a try? With its irresistible flavor and easy-to-follow recipe, it's bound to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.