Pistachio Cake

unsalted shelled pistachios

and 1/3 cups (250g) sifted cake flour (spoon & leveled)*

baking powder

baking soda

salt

(1.5 sticks; 170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

and 3/4 cups (350g) granulated sugar

large egg whites, at room temperature

sour cream, at room temperature*

pure vanilla extract

almond extract

whole milk, at room temperature*

cream cheese frosting

optional: 1 tiny drop green food coloring*

optional: garnishes such as berries and leftover pistachios