🍰 Heavenly Pistachio Raspberry Dream Cake 🍓🌰🍰
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted pistachios, finely ground
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup milk
For the Raspberry Filling:
2 cups fresh raspberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Pistachio Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3-4 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup finely ground pistachios
Optional Garnish:
Fresh raspberries
Whole or chopped pistachios
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
Make the Cake:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and finely ground pistachios.
In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Make the Raspberry Filling:
In a saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Make the Pistachio Cream Cheese Frosting:
In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition, until the frosting reaches your desired sweetness and consistency.
Mix in the vanilla extract and finely ground pistachios until evenly distributed.
Assemble the Cake:
Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of the raspberry filling evenly over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top and gently press down.
Frost the top and sides of the cake with the pistachio cream cheese frosting. Smooth the frosting with an offset spatula for a clean finish.
Optional Garnish:
Decorate the top of the cake with fresh raspberries and whole or chopped pistachios for an elegant touch.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve and enjoy this Heavenly Pistachio Raspberry Dream Cake, featuring the delightful combination of nutty pistachios and tart-sweet raspberries in every decadent bite! 🍓🌰
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