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Berry Pistachio Layer Cake Recipe

Berry Pistachio Layer Cake Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Berry Pistachio Layer Cake, a perfect balance of nuttiness, sweetness, and fruity freshness in every bite.

Ingredients

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Pistachio Cake Layers:

  • 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (room temp)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
  • ½ cup milk

Berry Filling & Topping:

  • 2 cups mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, currants, strawberries)
  • ½ cup berry jam (raspberry or strawberry)
  • 2 tbsp sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)

Cream Layer:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese (optional, for extra richness)

Garnish:

  • Fresh berries
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Powdered sugar (dusting)

Instructions

  1. Make the Pistachio Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans. In a food processor, pulse pistachios until finely ground. Mix with flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla. Mix in yogurt, then add dry ingredients alternately with milk. Divide into pans and bake 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
  2. Make the Cream Filling: Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Fold in mascarpone cheese if using, for a thicker cream.
  3. Assemble the Cake: Place one pistachio cake layer on a platter. Spread a thin layer of berry jam, then half the cream, then scatter berries. Add the second cake layer. Spread remaining cream over the top. Decorate with fresh berries and mint leaves. Dust with powdered sugar for a final elegant touch.

Notes

  • You can customize the berry selection based on your preference or what’s in season.
  • Ensure the cakes are completely cooled before assembling to prevent the cream from melting.
  • For a lighter version, you can use whipped cream instead of the cream filling with mascarpone.

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