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Pistachio Mascarpone Layer Cake

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A delightful layer cake infused with creamy mascarpone and nutty pistachios, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Shelled Pistachios
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese
  • 0.5 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Pistachios

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pistachios: Process the shelled pistachios into a fine powder using a food processor.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a stand mixer, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the Eggs: With the mixer on low, add eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and almond extract; pour into the creamed mixture.
  6. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients while mixing on low speed.
  7. Fold in Ground Pistachios: Gently fold the ground pistachios into the batter.
  8. Bake the Layers: Divide the batter between two greased and floured cake pans and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes.
  9. Whip the Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  10. Prepare the Mascarpone Mixture: Combine the mascarpone cheese and powdered sugar, folding in the whipped cream until smooth.
  11. Assemble the Cake: Once cooled, place one layer on a plate, add a layer of mascarpone cream, sprinkle chopped pistachios, and repeat with the second layer.
  12. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the frosted cake for at least an hour before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to a month.

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