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A slice of green pistachio pudding cake topped with fluffy green frosting and crushed almonds, served on a white plate with a black fork.

Pistachio Pudding Cake Slice with Almond Topping

A moist and fluffy pistachio-flavored cake made easy with pudding mix and finished with a delightful almond topping for the perfect slice of indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 1 package instant pistachio pudding mix (3.4 oz)
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup club soda or lemon-lime soda
Topping
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds toasted optional
  • powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • 9x13 Baking Pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine white cake mix and pistachio pudding mix.
  3. Add eggs, vegetable oil, and soda. Beat with electric mixer until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  5. Sprinkle sliced almonds evenly over the top of the batter.
  6. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

You can substitute club soda with lemon-lime soda for added flavor. Toast the almonds beforehand for a crunchier texture.