Luscious Pistachio Cream Cake is an elegant, softly textured layer cake infused with nutty pistachio flavor and finished with a light, cloud-like pistachio cream frosting. Delicate yet indulgent, this cake balances buttery crumb, subtle sweetness, and rich pistachio notes in every bite. It’s a show-stopping dessert that feels refined without being heavy.
The cake layers bake up tender and moist thanks to butter, milk, and eggs, while finely ground pistachios add depth and a natural green hue. The filling and frosting are luxuriously smooth, combining whipped cream with mascarpone (or cream cheese) and pistachio paste for a silky finish that spreads beautifully. After a short chill, the flavors meld into a perfectly sliceable, bakery-style cake.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 3 large eggs – Provide structure and richness.
- ½ cup milk – Keeps the crumb moist and smooth.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract – Enhances the nutty sweetness.
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour – Forms the cake structure.
- 1 cup sugar – Sweetens and supports a soft crumb.
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened – Adds richness and tenderness.
- 1 tsp baking powder – Ensures an even rise.
- ¼ tsp salt – Balances sweetness.
- ½ cup finely ground pistachios – Adds flavor, texture, and aroma.
For the Pistachio Cream Filling & Frosting
- 1 cup heavy cream – Whipped for lightness.
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese or cream cheese – Provides structure and richness.
- ½ cup powdered sugar – Sweetens smoothly without graininess.
- ½ cup pistachio paste or finely ground pistachios – Delivers bold pistachio flavor.
- ½ tsp vanilla extract – Rounds out the cream.
For Garnish (Optional)
- Whole pistachios
- Chocolate shavings or a light chocolate drizzle
Instructions
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