PISTACHIO ROSE CAKE with Matcha

This Pistachio Rose Cake blends wholesome, plant-based ingredients into a subtly sweet and deeply satisfying loaf. Made with oat flour, pistachio butter, and gently energizing Matcha, it’s a grounding and nourishing recipe that’s both gluten-free and vegan. The creamy frosting is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and infused with Rose powder, bringing a gentle floral note that complements the nutty base.

Perfect for a mindful morning bite or an afternoon tea ritual, this cake is a beautiful balance of earthy, heart-opening flavors—simple to make, rich in nutrients, and made to share. 

RECIPE

Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 45 minutes
Cool time: 30 minutes
Yield: 1 loaf
Category: baked goods, dessert
Recipe by: Katie Schlegel

Ingredients

Dry:

• 1 cup maple crystals or coconut sugar
  
• 2 cups oat flour
  
• 1 cup gluten-free flour blend
  
• 1 tsp baking soda
  
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  
• 2 Tbsp ground flaxseed
  
  

Wet:

• ½ cup smooth pistachio butter
  
• 1 cup unsweetened soy milk
  
• 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  
• ½ cup vegan yogurt
  
• 6 Tbsp water
  
• 2 tsp Matcha
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
• ½ tsp almond extract
  
  

Frosting:

• 8 oz vegan cream cheese
  
• 3 Tbsp maple syrup
  
• 1 Tbsp Rose powder
  

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
   
   
2. Make the flax “eggs” by combining the ground flaxseed with water in a small bowl. Let sit for 5–10 minutes to thicken.
   
   
3. Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together pistachio butter, soy milk, apple cider vinegar, vegan yogurt, vanilla, almond extract, and the prepared flax mixture. Whisk in Matcha until evenly incorporated.
   
   
4. Combine the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the oat flour, gluten-free flour, baking soda, baking powder, and maple crystals (or coconut sugar).
   
   
5. Mix everything: Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Do not over mix.
   
   
6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
   
   
7. Make the frosting: Whisk together vegan cream cheese, maple syrup, and Rose powder until smooth.
   
   
8. Frost and serve: Spread frosting over the cooled loaf. Slice and enjoy!