Description
This Heavenly Pistachio Raspberry Dream Cake is the ultimate showstopper for any dessert table. Light, nutty pistachio sponge layers are filled with a luscious cream cheese whipped frosting and bursts of tangy raspberries. Topped with vibrant fresh berries and crunchy pistachios, it’s as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for celebrations, brunches, or simply treating yourself, this easy recipe brings elegance without the stress. Ideal for those looking for fresh dessert ideas, quick baking projects, or indulgent yet balanced food ideas, this cake checks all the boxes—flavorful, beautiful, and unforgettable.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups raw unsalted pistachios (shelled)
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
1 cup whole milk, room temperature
Green food coloring (optional)
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
1/2 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
1. Pulse pistachios in a food processor until finely ground, then sift to remove larger bits.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pistachio flour.
3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla and almond extract.
4. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture. Add green coloring if desired.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch pans. Divide and pour in the batter.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.
7. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Slowly whip in cream until stiff.
8. Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread frosting and add raspberries. Repeat with the second layer.
9. Top with more raspberries and chopped pistachios. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
10. Chill the assembled cake for at least 30 minutes before serving for best results.
Notes
Lightly toast the pistachios before grinding for a deeper flavor.
Make sure cakes are completely cool before frosting to avoid melting.
Use a piping bag for a cleaner, more professional frosting finish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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