Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan, or line it with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground pistachios, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract, almond extract, and lemon zest.
• Add the yogurt or sour cream and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle with extra ground pistachios if desired.
• Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.