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Ultra Moist Pistachio Pudding Quick Bread with Glaze

A loaf of moist pistachio bread, partially sliced, topped with white glaze and chopped pistachios.
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Make this easy, moist pistachio bread using instant pudding mix for guaranteed tenderness. Top with a simple vanilla glaze for a perfect brunch or dessert loaf.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) white or yellow cake mix
  • 1 box (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped raw pistachios (optional, for batter)
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk or water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the dry cake mix and the dry instant pistachio pudding mix. Whisk them together briefly.
  3. Add the vegetable oil, eggs, water, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
  4. Mix on low speed with an electric mixer until just combined, then increase speed to medium and beat for two minutes. Do not overmix.
  5. If using, gently fold in the 1/2 cup of chopped pistachios.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the bread cools, prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar, milk (or water), and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more liquid, a teaspoon at a time, if the glaze is too thick.
  10. Once the bread is completely cool, drizzle the glaze over the top. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of chopped pistachios immediately so they stick to the glaze.
  11. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • For a slightly more vibrant green color, you can add 1-2 drops of green food coloring to the batter.
  • If you prefer a sweeter, thicker glaze, use milk instead of water.
  • This bread keeps well covered at room temperature for up to three days.

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