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Raspberry Pistachio Cake

Raspberry Pistachio Cake: A Delightful Homemade Treat

This Raspberry Pistachio Cake is a delightful dessert blending nutty pistachios with tart raspberries for a unique treat.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Unsalted Pistachios raw is preferred
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute gluten-free for gluten-free version
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder check for freshness
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda ensure it's not expired
  • 1 tsp Salt sea salt is a great option
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) replace with plant-based butter for vegan
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar coconut sugar is a lower glycemic alternative
  • 3 large Eggs use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt non-dairy yogurt works too
  • 1/2 cup Light-Tasting Oil canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Raspberries (fresh or frozen) can substitute strawberries
For the Buttercream
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Homemade Raspberry Jam for fruity flavor

Equipment

  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • baking pans
  • saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line three 6-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
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  2. Grind the pistachios in a food processor until they reach a coarse flour consistency.
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  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pistachios, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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  4. Whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in yogurt, oil, and vanilla.
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  5. Sift the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, gently whisking until just combined.
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  6. Evenly split the batter among the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
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  7. Allow the cakes to cool for a few minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.
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  8. In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and a bit of water. Cook over medium heat until thickened, then strain and cool.
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  9. Beat softened butter in a bowl until creamy, then gradually incorporate powdered sugar and cooled raspberry jam.
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  10. Layer the cooled cakes with raspberry buttercream and jam, applying a crumb coat before frosting the top and sides.
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  11. Pipe decorative swirls with remaining buttercream and finish with crushed pistachios.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle additional raspberry jam on top. Allow cake layers to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting.

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