Pistachio Mascarpone Layer Cake: The Indulgent Homemade Delight
A luscious cake combining the rich flavors of pistachio and mascarpone cheese, perfect for special occasions.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup pistachios, shelled and chopped
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the mascarpone and ricotta cheeses, mixing until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chopped pistachios.
- Divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of almond extract.
- Pair with whipped cream or a buttercream frosting for a richer taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Pistachio, Mascarpone, Cake, Dessert