Welcome back to the world of easy and delicious baking with this Strawberry Pistachio Cake recipe! This delightful treat combines the nutty richness of pistachios with the sweet freshness of strawberries. Its layers include a pistachio financier biscuit, a crunchy pistachio layer, a smooth strawberry jelly, and a creamy pistachio ganache. Perfect for those who want to create a stunning dessert without needing advanced pastry skills.
Why You'll Love This Recipe:
- Flavorful Combination: The blend of strawberries and pistachios offers a refreshing taste.
- Simple Yet Elegant: Easy to make, yet it looks and tastes like a gourmet dessert.
- Textural Delight: Enjoy the contrast between the crunchy base and the soft ganache.
- Perfect for All Occasions: Ideal for a family gathering, a special treat, or a festive occasion.
Pistachio Financier Biscuit:
- Egg Whites: 115g
- Icing Sugar: 120g
- Pistachio Powder: 80g
- Butter: 80g
- Flour: 40g
Sift flour, icing sugar, and pistachio powder together. Gradually add egg whites, mixing after each addition. Make a beurre noisette (browned butter), then mix into the dry ingredients. Bake in a rectangular mold at 180°C (356°F) for 12-15 minutes.
Pistachio Crunch:
- Pistachio Praline: 80g
- White Chocolate: 30g
- Crepe Dentelle (crispy crepe): 60g
Melt the white chocolate, mix with pistachio praline, and add crushed crepe dentelle. Spread over the financier biscuit.
Pistachio Ganache:
- Liquid Cream (30% fat): 110g (to heat) + 110g (cold)
- White Chocolate: 100g
- Pistachio Paste: 40g
- Gelatin Powder: 3g + 15g cold water
Melt white chocolate with pistachio paste. Boil 110g cream, pour over the chocolate, add hydrated gelatin, and mix. Add cold cream, blend, and refrigerate overnight. Whip and pipe during assembly.
Strawberry Jelly:
- Strawberry Puree: 300g
- Sugar: 40g
- Pectin: 5g
- Lemon Juice
Boil strawberry puree, add sugar mixed with pectin. Cool before assembling.
Assemble the layers starting with the financier, followed by pistachio crunch, strawberry jelly, and finish with piped pistachio ganache. This Strawberry Pistachio Cake is a delightful way to impress your guests with minimal effort. Bon appétit!