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Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes


  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8

Description

Savor the heavenly layers of Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes—creamy raspberry mousse meets crunchy pistachios in this stunning dessert, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

  • Fresh Raspberries
  • Shelled Unsalted Pistachios
  • Heavy Cream
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Unflavored Gelatin Powder
  • Pure Vanilla Extract
  • Unsalted Butter
  • All-Purpose Flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour and sugar; mix in melted butter until smooth.
  3. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely.
  4. Warm half the raspberries with sugar in a saucepan to create a sauce.
  5. Bloom gelatin in cold water; then stir it into the warm raspberry sauce.
  6. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks; gently fold in the cooled raspberry mixture.
  7. Layer mousse between cooled cake layers and refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Enhance flavor by adding almond extract or substituting hazelnuts for pistachios. For optimal texture and flavor, chill overnight before serving.