A Pistachio Cream Cake sounds like a delicious and decadent dessert! Here’s a simple recipe for making this cake:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pistachio extract (optional, for extra pistachio flavor)
- ½ cup ground pistachios (finely chopped)
For the Pistachio Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios
- 2 tablespoons mascarpone or cream cheese (for extra richness)
For Garnishing:
- Crushed pistachios
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the softened butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the ground pistachios and pistachio extract (if using).
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Pistachio Cream Filling:
- In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Fold in the pistachio paste or ground pistachios, mascarpone or cream cheese, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Chill the cream filling in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
3. Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cakes have cooled, place one layer on a serving plate.
- Spread a generous layer of pistachio cream on top.
- Place the second cake layer on top and gently press down.
- Frost the entire cake with the remaining pistachio cream.
4. Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the top with crushed pistachios and, if desired, whipped cream.
- Chill the cake for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Slice and serve!
Enjoy your homemade Pistachio Cream Cake – it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!
