Pistachio Mascarpone Layer Cake: Indulgent Recipe for All Occasions
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Indulge in the delightful layers of pistachio and creamy mascarpone in this elegant cake, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup pistachios, shelled
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups heavy cream
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a food processor, blend the pistachios until finely ground.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Fold in the ground pistachios and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese.
- Place one layer of cake on a serving plate, spread a layer of the mascarpone whipped cream, and repeat with the remaining layers.
- Top the cake with any remaining whipped cream and garnish with chopped pistachios.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider toasting the pistachios before blending.
- This cake pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg