Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Pistachio Raspberry Cake, where the rich, nutty flavor of roasted pistachios meets the bright tartness of fresh raspberries. This exquisite dessert features moist layers enveloped in a luxurious French buttercream, making it an ideal centerpiece for birthdays, anniversaries, or any festive occasion. Not only is this cake a feast for the palate, but its vibrant colors and elegant presentation will surely impress your guests. Easy to prepare with straightforward steps, this recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced bakers alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shelled pistachios, unsalted and roasted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter, then add eggs one at a time along with oil, vanilla extract, milk, and yogurt; mix well.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes.
- For raspberry filling: cook raspberries with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch until thickened.
- Prepare French buttercream by mixing powdered sugar with milk and vanilla; frost cooled cake layers with raspberry filling in between.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg