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Heavenly Pistachio Raspberry Dream Cake

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 10 slices 1x

Description

Looking for an irresistible dessert that feels both luxurious and fresh? This Heavenly Pistachio Raspberry Dream Cake is the perfect choice for everything from special occasions to indulgent weekend baking. With delicate pistachio sponge layers, whipped raspberry cream filling, and a lush pistachio buttercream, this cake is a visual masterpiece and a flavor explosion. Ideal for those exploring new easy dinner desserts, birthday cake ideas, or simply craving something unique for their next celebration. The nutty-meets-fruity profile, light texture, and charming look make it a must-try for every baking enthusiast. It’s a standout among food ideas that impress and delight.

Ingredients

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For the Pistachio Cake Layers:

  • 1 cup raw unsalted pistachios
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp almond extract (optional)
  • ¾ cup whole milk

For the Raspberry Cream Filling:

  • 1 ¼ cups heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries

For the Pistachio Buttercream Frosting:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp milk or cream
  • 2–3 tbsp finely ground pistachios
  • Green food coloring (optional)

For Decoration:

  • Fresh raspberries
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Chopped pistachios

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Finely grind pistachios in a food processor. Reserve 2–3 tbsp for frosting.
  3. In a bowl, whisk flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cream butter and sugar until light. Add eggs one at a time. Mix in extracts.
  5. Add dry ingredients alternately with milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide batter between pans. Bake for 25–30 mins or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla. Fold in raspberries gently.
  9. Beat butter for frosting. Add sugar, ground pistachios, and milk until spreadable.
  10. Level cake layers. Spread raspberry cream on one, top with second layer.
  11. Crumb coat, chill, then frost cake. Decorate with raspberries, cream swirls, and pistachios.
  12. Chill before serving for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 35 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

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