Description
Moist pistachio bread brings nutty Mediterranean charm to classic quick bread perfection. Sweet almond and pistachio notes create an irresistible slice you’ll savor with morning coffee or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 package (3.4 ounces / 96 grams) instant pistachio pudding mix
- 3/4 cup chopped shelled pistachios
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Optional:
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating a 9×5 inch loaf pan with grease or lining with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and instant pudding mix in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a uniform dry foundation for the bread.
- In a separate vessel, thoroughly blend the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and sour cream until the mixture achieves a smooth, consistent texture.
- Gently introduce the liquid ingredients into the dry mixture, using a folding technique to combine without overmixing, which could result in a dense texture.
- Incorporate the chopped pistachios into the batter, distributing them evenly to ensure a balanced nutty flavor throughout the loaf.
- Transfer the completed batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Position the pan in a preheated oven set at 350°F (175°C), allowing the bread to bake for approximately 55-60 minutes.
- Verify doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the loaf; it should emerge clean and free from raw batter.
- Remove from the oven and let the bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes, allowing it to set and cool slightly.
- Carefully extract the loaf from the pan and place on a wire cooling rack, permitting it to reach room temperature before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Adjust the oil and sour cream quantities for a lighter or denser texture, depending on your preference.
- Toast pistachios briefly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and create a more robust crunch.
- Consider substituting Greek yogurt for sour cream to reduce fat content while maintaining moisture.
- Create a gluten-free version by using alternative flour blends like almond or coconut flour mixed with gluten-free baking mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg