What is pistachio pudding made of?

Pistachio pudding usually contains sugar, flavoring, and thickeners. Instant versions include pistachio flavor and coloring. When mixed with milk, it thickens quickly.

What makes a pudding cake different?

A pudding cake includes pudding mix in the batter. As a result, it turns out more moist and tender than a standard cake.

Where is pistachio pudding from?

Pistachio pudding became popular in the United States in the mid 20th century. Many home bakers started using instant mixes in cakes and desserts.

What is the difference between a cake and a pudding?

Cake bakes into a firm, sliceable texture. Pudding, however, stays soft and creamy and thickens without baking.

Pistachio Pudding Cake Ultimate Easy Delight

Name: Pistachio Pudding Cake Ultimate Easy Delight
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz); 1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix; 3 large eggs; 1 cup lemon-lime soda (such as 7Up); 1 cup vegetable oil; 6 to 8 drops green food coloring; 1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix (for frosting); 1/2 cup cold milk; 1 (8 oz) tub frozen whipped topping, thawed; Additional green food coloring if desired; Optional crushed pistachios for garnish

Description

Pistachio Pudding Cake is a soft, moist dessert made with yellow cake mix, instant pistachio pudding, and lemon lime soda, then topped with a fluffy pistachio whipped frosting. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, and easy family desserts.

Ingredients

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1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)

1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix

3 large eggs

1 cup lemon-lime soda (such as 7Up)

1 cup vegetable oil

6 to 8 drops green food coloring

1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio pudding mix (for frosting)

1/2 cup cold milk

1 (8 oz) tub frozen whipped topping, thawed

Additional green food coloring if desired

Optional crushed pistachios for garnish

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. In a large bowl, beat together cake mix, one box pistachio pudding mix, eggs, lemon-lime soda, oil, and green food coloring for about 3 minutes until smooth.

3. Pour batter evenly into prepared pan and smooth the top.

4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. Allow cake to cool completely before frosting.

6. Whisk second box of pistachio pudding mix with cold milk until slightly thickened.

7. Fold in thawed whipped topping until smooth and fluffy.

8. Add additional green food coloring if desired and mix evenly.

9. Spread frosting evenly over cooled cake.

10. Sprinkle with crushed pistachios if desired. Chill before serving.

Notes

Makes approximately 12 servings.

Prep time is about 10 minutes; bake time is 25 to 30 minutes.

Milk can be used instead of lemon-lime soda if preferred.

The instant pudding mix adds moisture and enhances pistachio flavor.

The soda helps create a light and tender texture.

Green food coloring enhances the appearance for spring holidays.

Cake can be baked in a bundt pan instead of a 9×13-inch pan; adjust baking time as needed.

Store covered in refrigerator for several days.

Freeze unfrosted cake tightly wrapped; thaw before frosting.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice