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A pistachio and cardamon loaf that's been sliced twice sitting atop parchment paper.
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Pistachio and Cardamom Loaf | Gluten Free

A delicious and moist gluten-free loaf featuring the vibrant flavors of pistachio and cardamom. Easy to make and perfect for a treat with tea or coffee.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Resting Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cardamom, Flavorful, GF, Gluten Free, Loaf, Pistachio, Pistachio & Cardamom Loaf
Servings: 10
Calories: 370kcal

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Gluten Free All Purpose Baking Flour – Bob's Red Mill
  • 1 Cup Pistachio Meal – 198g Roasted and unsalted.
  • 1 Tbsp. Ground Cardamom
  • 1 Tbsp. Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Xanthan Gum
  • 120 grams Sugar Not too sweet for my taste.
  • 170 grams Softened Unsalted Butter – 1.5 Sticks
  • 2 Lemons – Used for Zest
  • 3 Large Eggs – At room temperature
  • 1/2 Cup Sour Cream – I used full fat and at room temp
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 tsp Salt – I used "Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt" aka not as salty.

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F | 177°C
  • Grease loaf pan with butter and line with parchment paper. Grease again.
  • Add to first bowl: Gluten Free flour, Pistachio Meal, Cardamom, Baking Powder, Xanthan Guam, and Salt. Set aside.
  • Second bowl add: Sugar, lemon zest and softened butter. Mix well.
  • Second bowl add: 3 Eggs and mix well.
  • Second bowl add: Sour cream and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  • Add first bowl with the dry ingredients to the second bowl with wet ingredients and mix very well.
  • Pour into the loaf pan. Shake from sided to side to distribute the mix evenly. Pound flat on surface to settle as well.
  • Place on the top rack of the pre-heated oven and bake for around 60 minutes. It's useful to confirm the temperature of your oven. I have a thermometer I bought for this.
  • Check on the loaf and and stick a toothpick or slim knife in the middle. If it comes out clean, with no solids, then it's done.
  • Let it cool for 15 minutes in the loaf pan.
  • Leave loaf whole and slice only what you will consume -- that helps it stay fresher longer. Enjoy!

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