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Strawberry Pistachio Mousse Cake Recipe

Strawberry Pistachio Mousse Cake Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 5 hours (including chilling)
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the luxurious layers of this strawberry pistachio mousse cake, a delightful blend of nutty pistachio flavors with sweet, tangy strawberries. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat any day!


Ingredients

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Pistachio Sponge Cake:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup finely ground pistachios
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Pistachio Mousse:

  • 3/4 cup shelled pistachios, unsalted
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, chilled
  • 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
  • 1 tablespoon cold water

Strawberry Mousse:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 cup heavy cream, chilled

Strawberry Glaze (optional):

  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam
  • 1 tablespoon water

Topping:

  • Fresh strawberries and chopped pistachios for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  2. Make the Pistachio Sponge: Beat eggs and sugar, then fold in dry ingredients. Bake until done and cool.
  3. Prepare Pistachio Mousse: Blend pistachios with sugar and vanilla, mix with whipped cream and gelatin.
  4. Create Strawberry Mousse: Puree strawberries with sugar and lemon, add gelatin, and fold in whipped cream.
  5. Assemble the Cake: Layer sponge, pistachio mousse, and strawberry mousse in a springform pan. Chill to set.
  6. Make the Glaze: Heat jam and water, cool slightly, and spread over the set mousse. Garnish with strawberries and pistachios.

Notes

  • Ensure mousse layers are fully set for clean slices.
  • Substitute store-bought pistachio paste for ground pistachios if preferred.
  • Best served chilled.
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake + Baking
  • Cuisine: French-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg