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Pistachio Raspberry Layer Cake with Whipped Cream Frosting

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A luscious, nutty pistachio sponge layered with fresh raspberry compote and pillowy whipped cream frosting, topped with vibrant raspberries, chopped pistachios, and mint. A show-stopping dessert that balances earthy, sweet, and tart notes beautifully.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup shelled pistachios (unsalted)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, cold
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Fresh raspberries (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios (for topping)
  • Fresh mint leaves (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.
  2. In a food processor, pulse pistachios into a fine meal. Mix with flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients alternately with milk, beginning and ending with dry mixture. Mix just until combined.
  5. Divide batter between pans and bake for 22–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  6. For the filling, simmer raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice over low heat until slightly thickened. Cool.
  7. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Chill until ready to use.
  8. To assemble, spread half the whipped cream over one cake layer. Add cooled raspberry filling, then top with the second cake layer.
  9. Frost the top with remaining whipped cream. Garnish with fresh raspberries, pistachios, and mint leaves.

Notes

  • Use roasted pistachios for a deeper flavor profile.
  • The cake layers can be made a day ahead and stored wrapped at room temperature.
  • Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for faster whipped cream results.

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Keywords: pistachio cake, raspberry layer cake, whipped cream frosting, nutty dessert, summer cake, fruit and nut cake

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