Pistachio Mascarpone Layer Cake: A Dreamy Delight!
Indulge in the exquisite Pistachio Mascarpone Layer Cake: A Dreamy Delight! This elegant dessert features moist pistachio sponge layers, complemented by a rich and creamy mascarpone filling. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any special gathering, this cake is sure to impress your guests with its stunning presentation and delightful combination of nutty and creamy flavors. Each slice offers a heavenly mouthfeel, making it a must-try for all dessert lovers. Elevate your next celebration with this showstopper that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shelled pistachios (unsalted)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp almond extract (optional)
- 1 ½ cups mascarpone cheese (cold)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the pistachios by finely grinding them in a food processor. Combine with flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk, oil, vanilla extract, and almond extract if desired.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Divide batter among three greased and parchment-lined round cake pans.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 22–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; gently fold in mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble by layering mascarpone cream between cooled cake layers and frosting the top and sides with remaining cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg