Healthy Pistachio Bread

Ingredients

3 boxes instant Pistachio pudding mix (3.35 oz. each)

1 box Yellow Cake Mix

1/2 c. Vegetable Oil

1 c. hot water

4 eggs

1/4 c. chopped Pistachios

2 or 3 drops of green food coloring (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two loaf pans.

In a bowl combine 3 boxes of instant pistachio pudding mix, 1 box of cake mix, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, 1 cup of hot water and 4 eggs. Mix everything together until the batter is smooth.

If you want a pistachio color you can add around 2 – 3 drops of food coloring to the batter.

For a nutty crunch gently fold in a quarter cup of chopped pistachios into the batter.

Divide the batter evenly. Pour it into the greased loaf pans.

Bake, for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Allow the loaves to cool completely in the pans before removing them.

Now you can enjoy your Healthy Pistachio Bread!

Optional: If you want to enhance the pistachio flavor consider adding a teaspoon of almond extract.

Notes

To make a gluten-free version of this delicious Healthy Pistachio Bread just replace the yellow cake mix with a gluten free yellow cake mix. Make sure that the instant pistachio pudding mix you select is also gluten free. The rest of the recipe stays the same so you can still savor the taste and delightful flavors in a gluten free manner. Have fun baking!

Nutrition Information:

YIELDS: 8 | SERVING SIZE: 1

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use regular pistachio nuts instead of instant pudding mix?

No, this recipe relies on instant pistachio pudding mix for its flavor and texture.

Using regular pistachio nuts instead would significantly alter the recipe.

Is the green food coloring necessary for the recipe?

No, the green food coloring is optional and primarily used for aesthetics to achieve a more vibrant pistachio color.

You can omit it if you prefer a more natural appearance.

Can I use a different type of cake mix, like vanilla or white cake mix, instead of yellow cake mix?

While yellow cake mix complements the pistachio flavor, you can experiment with other cake mix flavors if you’d like to create a different variation.

Keep in mind that it may alter the overall taste.

What size are the loaf pans used in this recipe?

The recipe doesn’t specify the exact size of the loaf pans, but standard loaf pans typically measure around 8.5 x 4.5 inches.

You can use similar-sized pans or adjust the baking time if using different-sized pans.

Can I use other types of nuts besides pistachios for added crunch?

Yes, if you’d like to vary the nutty flavor, you can experiment with other nuts such as chopped almonds or walnuts.

Just ensure they are finely chopped to incorporate well into the batter.