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Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes

Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes for an Elegant Treat

Indulge in these delightful Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes, combining tart raspberries and creamy pistachio mousse for a sophisticated dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 cup Finely Ground Pistachios Feel free to substitute with almonds for a different taste.
  • 1/2 cup Almond Flour All-purpose flour works if you’re not gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Consider coconut sugar for a less refined option.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Coconut oil can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 large Egg Use flax eggs or applesauce for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract for the best results.
For the Mousse Layers
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 tsp Gelatin Consider agar-agar for a vegetarian-friendly option.
For the Raspberry Compote
  • 2 cups Raspberries Frozen raspberries work just as well.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch If allergic, arrowroot can be a suitable substitute.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Blender
  • Cake Molds
  • Parchment paper
  • saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine finely ground pistachios, almond flour, sugar, melted butter, one egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until a slightly sticky dough forms.
  2. Press the dough evenly into the bottoms of your cake molds lined with parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
  3. Bloom the gelatin by sprinkling it over cold water for 5 minutes. Blend ground pistachios, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently heat the bloomed gelatin until dissolved and mix it into the pistachio mousse blend until smooth.
  5. Whip the remaining heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold it into the mousse mixture.
  6. Pour the pistachio mousse over each cooled cake base and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Prepare the raspberry compote by cooking raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add a cornstarch slurry to thicken.
  8. Spread the cooled raspberry compote over the set mousse layer. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
  9. Remove the cakes from the molds, garnish with fresh raspberries and chopped pistachios, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cakes can be prepared one day ahead for an effortless serving experience.

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