Pistachio Layer Cake: A Frozen Delight

This Pistachio Layer Cake is a fabulous frozen dessert that combines delicate sponge layers with a luscious pistachio cream filling, all enveloped in a white chocolate and pistachio coating. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, with the nuttiness of pistachios shining through. This cake is not only a treat to the taste buds but also a visual treat, perfect for special occasions or as a luxurious treat any day.

Why You'll Love This

  • Exquisite Flavor Combination: The unique taste of pistachios pairs wonderfully with the sweet white chocolate.
  • Elegant and Sophisticated: This cake is as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to eat, making it perfect for impressing guests.
  • Refreshing and Light: Being a frozen dessert, it offers a refreshing lightness, ideal for warmer days or as a palate cleanser after a meal.
  • Fun to Make: The process of creating the layers and coating each piece provides a delightful baking experience.

Ingredients for Base:

  • 4 eggs
  • 135g sugar (¾ cup)
  • 100g flour (¾ cup)
  • 1 tsp baking powder (3g)
  • A pinch of salt

Ingredients for Pistachio Cream Filling:

  • 250g heavy cream (38%)
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 30g powdered sugar (¼ cup)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla pudding powder
  • 3 tbsp pistachio paste

Ingredients for Coating:

  • 350g white chocolate
  • 70g oil
  • 1 tbsp pistachio paste
  • 50g chopped pistachios

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Cake Base:
    • Grease and line a 37x46 cm oven tray with baking paper.
    • In a mixer with a whisk attachment, beat eggs with a pinch of salt for about a minute, then gradually add sugar and continue whipping until very fluffy and light.
    • Gently fold in flour and baking powder using a spatula until well incorporated. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared tray.
    • Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for about 12 minutes until slightly browned and soft. Let it cool, then gently remove from the baking paper and cut into two equal parts.
  2. Prepare the Pistachio Cream:
    • In a mixer with a whisk attachment, whip cream, milk, powdered sugar, and pudding powder until soft peaks form.
    • Manually stir in pistachio paste until evenly mixed.
  3. Assemble the Cake:
    • In a suitable tray, place one layer of cake, spread the pistachio cream evenly, and top with the second layer of cake.
    • Freeze the cake for about two hours.
  4. Prepare the Coating:
    • Melt white chocolate and oil together, then mix in pistachio paste and chopped pistachios.
    • Cut the frozen cake into equal slices, dip each in the coating, and place on a tray lined with baking paper.
    • Store the cakes in the freezer until ready to serve. Enjoy your Pistachio Layer Cake!
share on

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *