Pistachio Mascarpone Layer Cake: The Best Indulgent Dessert Ever
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A luxurious cake combining the nutty flavors of pistachio with the creamy texture of mascarpone for an indulgent dessert experience.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pistachios, finely ground
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup crushed pistachios for topping
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and mascarpone cheese.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the frosting, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Layer the cakes with whipped cream and top with crushed pistachios.
Notes
- For a more intense pistachio flavor, add a few drops of pistachio extract.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and chilled overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg