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Pistachio Raspberry Cake

Pistachio Raspberry Cake

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Pistachio Raspberry Cake, a moist and vibrant dessert that seamlessly combines the nutty richness of pistachios with the tart sweetness of fresh raspberries. Perfect for any occasion—be it a busy weeknight treat or a show-stopping centerpiece at family gatherings—this cake is sure to impress. With layers of fluffy cake filled with delicious buttercream and raspberry jam, each slice offers a taste of bliss. Plus, this recipe is surprisingly easy to follow, making it ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Treat yourself to this scrumptious delight today!

Ingredients

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  • 250 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 240 g golden caster sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 150 g plain flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp fine sea salt
  • 100 g shelled pistachios
  • 175 g softened unsalted butter
  • 280 g sifted icing sugar
  • 2 tbsp smooth pistachio cream
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp raspberry jam
  • 250 g fresh raspberries
  • 2 tbsp roughly chopped pistachios
  • Sprigs of fresh mint

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (fan) / 180°C (conventional) / 355°F and prepare two 20cm round cake tins by greasing and lining them.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and golden caster sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Grind shelled pistachios into fine crumbs and fold them into the batter along with sifted flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Divide the batter between tins and bake for about 35 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
  6. Allow cakes to cool in tins for 15 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  7. Prepare buttercream by creaming softened unsalted butter with icing sugar, then mix in pistachio cream, salt, and lemon juice.
  8. Once cooled, assemble the cake by layering the first cake with half of the buttercream and raspberry jam, then top with the second layer and remaining buttercream.
  9. Decorate with fresh raspberries, chopped pistachios, and mint leaves.

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