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Pistachio Raspberry Cake: A Perfect Harmony of Flavors

This Pistachio Raspberry Cake is a showstopper! Featuring moist, nutty pistachio layers, a vibrant fresh raspberry filling, and silky cream cheese buttercream, it's the perfect elegant dessert for any occasion. An easy recipe for a stunning layer cake.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

For the Pistachio Cake
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup shelled, unsalted pistachios
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
For the Raspberry Filling
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Cream Cheese Buttercream
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Equipment

  • 2 8-inch round cake pans
  • 1 Food processor
  • 1 Electric Mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a food processor, pulse the pistachios until they reach a fine, flour-like consistency. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl with an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the oil and vanilla.
  4. Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry. Mix on low until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. For the filling, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. In a small bowl, make a slurry with the cornstarch and 1 tbsp of water. Add to the saucepan and cook, stirring, until thickened. Cool completely.
  7. For the buttercream, beat the butter and cream cheese until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, then beat on high for 3-5 minutes. Mix in the vanilla and heavy cream.
  8. To assemble, place one cake layer on a plate. Pipe a dam of frosting around the edge. Fill with the cooled raspberry filling. Top with the second cake layer. Cover the entire cake with a thin crumb coat and chill for 30 minutes. Frost with the remaining buttercream and garnish with fresh raspberries and chopped pistachios.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalProtein: 8gFat: 32gFiber: 4g

Notes

Ensure all your dairy and eggs are at room temperature for the best results.
Do not over-process the pistachios, or they will turn into butter.
Let the cake layers and filling cool completely before assembling to prevent the frosting from melting.
Keyword layer cake,pistachio cake,pistachio raspberry cake,raspberry filling

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