DIY R&D efforts to create healthier bakes are ongoing, and the pistachio olive cake looks like it might fit the bill. While it's hard to dispute that butter is delicious, olive oil generally contains less saturated fats and cholesterol than butter. In addition, pistachios are relatively healthy nuts rich in Vitamin E, and among other benefits seem to be able to help reduce bad cholesterol! A little bit of cream was added (light, fresh whipped cream) to enhance the overall experience of enjoying the cake, but the cream hardly contains any sugar, so on the whole it's still a 'lighter' and slightly healthier treat :)
I guess the catch is that you have to like the taste of olive oil - and the inclusion of olive oil gives a subtle but discernable twist to an otherwise more familiar-tasting nut cake. This can be easily turned into tea cakes or pound cakes for an afternoon tea, but trust me, the addition of a little cream makes all the difference. I think it's best enjoyed slightly chilled; and maybe with a glass of milk for breakfast like I did ;)
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