Description
At its core, a pistachio raspberry cake is a layered dessert that features a sponge infused with finely ground pistachios. Unlike cakes that simply use pistachio flavoring or green food coloring, a high-quality version relies on real nut meal to provide a unique texture and a natural, muted green hue.
Ingredients
Scale
For the pistachio cake:
- 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios (finely ground)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp almond extract (optional, but enhances pistachio flavor)
- 1 cup milk or buttermilk
For the raspberry layer:
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2–3 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
For the frosting (cream cheese or whipped):
- 200 g cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 2–3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: crushed pistachios for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the cake:
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line two 8-inch round pans.
- Blend pistachios into a fine powder (don’t over-process into paste).
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground pistachios.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and almond extract.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing gently.
- Divide batter into pans and bake 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
2. Make the raspberry filling:
- In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Cook over medium heat until berries break down.
- Stir in cornstarch mixture and cook until thickened.
- Let it cool fully before using.
3. Prepare frosting:
- Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar.
- Mix in vanilla and beat until fluffy.
4. Assemble the cake:
- Place one cake layer on a plate.
- Spread a layer of frosting, then add raspberry filling.
- Place second cake layer on top.
- Frost the entire cake.
- Garnish with crushed pistachios and fresh raspberries.
Notes
This pistachio raspberry cake brings together the rich, nutty flavor of pistachios with the bright, tangy sweetness of raspberries, creating a perfectly balanced dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
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