Description
This Pistachio & Raspberry Delight is a luxurious, nutty, and fruity cake that melts in your mouth. With layers of buttery pistachio sponge, silky pistachio buttercream, and a sweet raspberry jam filling, this dessert is a true showstopper—perfect for any celebration!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
250g unsalted butter (softened), 240g golden caster sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 4 large eggs, 150g plain flour, 2 tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp fine sea salt, 100g pistachios (finely ground).
For the Buttercream:
175g unsalted butter (softened), 280g icing sugar (sifted), 2 tbsp smooth pistachio cream, ½ tsp fine sea salt, 1 tsp lemon juice.
For Decoration:
3 tbsp raspberry jam, 250g fresh raspberries, 2 tbsp roughly chopped pistachios, sprigs of fresh mint.
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep – Preheat the oven to 160°C (fan)/180°C (conventional)/355°F. Grease and line two 20cm round cake tins with baking paper.
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Cream the Butter & Sugar – Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes). Add the vanilla extract and mix again.
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Add the Eggs – Whisk in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
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Mix the Dry Ingredients – Sift in the flour and baking powder, then fold in the salt and ground pistachios until just combined.
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Bake the Cake – Divide the batter between the tins and bake for 35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Prepare the Buttercream – Beat the butter and sifted icing sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the pistachio cream, salt, and lemon juice, then mix until smooth.
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Assemble the Cake – Place one cake layer on a plate, spread half of the buttercream evenly over the top, then spread the raspberry jam over it.
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Finish with Flair – Add the second cake layer, top with the remaining buttercream, and garnish with fresh raspberries, chopped pistachios, and mint sprigs.
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Slice & Enjoy! – Serve this stunning cake and savor every bite.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, lightly toast the ground pistachios before adding them to the batter.
- Swap raspberry jam for strawberry or blackberry jam for a twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European