White Chocolate and Pistachio Delight Cake

The White Chocolate and Pistachio Delight Cake is a crowd-pleaser that’s been loved by many since its debut. It features layers of soft, moist cake soaked in a creamy milk mixture, sandwiched with a rich white chocolate and pistachio filling. Topped with more white chocolate and pistachios, this cake is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making it a perfect choice for any celebration or as a special treat.

Why You’ll Love This:

• Creamy and Rich: The combination of white chocolate and pistachios creates a luxurious taste.
• Moist Cake Layers: Soaked in a milk and cream mixture for extra softness.
• Customizable: Can be tailored with different nuts like walnuts, peanuts, or hazelnuts.
• Perfect for Special Occasions: Ideal for birthdays, gatherings, or as a delightful weekend dessert.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 4 eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 cups flour
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 packet baking powder
• 1 packet vanilla

For Soaking:

• 700 ml milk (about 3 cups)
• 1 packet cream

For the Cream:

• 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp cornstarch (60g)
• 1/2 cup flour (55g)
• Just under 1 cup powdered sugar (160g)
• 1 liter milk
• 80g white chocolate
• 1 packet vanilla
• 1 box cream (35% fat)
• Extra white chocolate chunks for layers (adjust sugar accordingly)

For Garnish:

• Pistachios (or walnuts/peanuts/hazelnuts)
• White chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Whip eggs and sugar until light and creamy. Add water and oil, then dry ingredients. Gently fold using a spatula and bake in a preheated oven at 175°C.
2. While the cake cools, whip milk and cream, and chill.
3. For the cream, mix flour, cornstarch, and sugar. Gradually add milk, cook until thick, then add white chocolate and vanilla. Once cool, mix in cream.
4. Slice the cake, soak with half the milk mixture, spread the cream, add chocolate and pistachios, and cover with the second layer of cake. Soak again, top with the remaining cream, sprinkle coconut, and refrigerate for 3-4 hours.

Enjoy the delightful combination of soft cake, creamy filling, and crunchy pistachios in this White Chocolate and Pistachio Delight Cake!