Description
Pistachio Cherry Holiday Cake Squares are a festive delight that brings together the rich flavors of pistachios and the sweet-tart taste of cherries. This easy-to-make dessert is moist, colorful, and perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoon treats. With its stunning presentation and irresistible taste, these cake squares will surely impress your family and friends, leaving them asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted pistachios, chopped
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually fold wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in chopped pistachios and cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg