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Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes


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  • Author: Clara Rosewood
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x

Description

Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes are an exquisite dessert that harmonizes tart raspberries with creamy pistachio layers, creating a stunning centerpiece for any occasion.


Ingredients

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For the Pistachio Crust:

  • 1 cup pistachios, shelled and unsalted
  • 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

For the Raspberry Mousse Layer:

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons gelatin powder
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • A few drops of pink food coloring (optional)

For the Raspberry Jelly Layer:

  • 1 cup raspberry puree (strained to remove seeds)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

For the Pistachio Mousse Layer:

  • 1/2 cup pistachio paste or butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Green food coloring (optional)

For Garnish:

 

  • Fresh raspberries
  • Chopped pistachios

Instructions

Prepare the Molds:

  1. Line a muffin tin with acetate strips or use round mousse ring molds on a baking sheet.

For the Pistachio Crust:

  1. In a food processor, pulse pistachios until finely chopped.
  2. Add graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and honey; pulse until combined.
  3. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of each mold.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

For the Raspberry Mousse:

  1. In a saucepan, cook raspberries and sugar until berries break down (about 5 minutes).
  2. Strain mixture to remove seeds and add lemon juice.
  3. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl; let stand for 5 minutes.
  4. Heat gelatin mixture in microwave for 10 seconds until dissolved.
  5. Mix gelatin into warm raspberry mixture; let cool to room temperature.
  6. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  7. Fold raspberry mixture into whipped cream; add pink food coloring if using.
  8. Pour over crust layer and refrigerate until set (about 2 hours).

For the Raspberry Jelly:

  1. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let stand for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat gelatin mixture in microwave for 10 seconds until dissolved.
  3. Mix raspberry puree, sugar, and dissolved gelatin.
  4. Carefully pour over set raspberry mousse layer.
  5. Refrigerate until set (about 1 hour).

For the Pistachio Mousse:

  1. Bloom gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat gelatin mixture in microwave for 10 seconds until dissolved; let cool.
  3. Beat pistachio paste and cream cheese until smooth.
  4. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix well.
  5. Fold in whipped cream and dissolved gelatin.
  6. Add green food coloring if desired for a more vibrant color.
  7. Pipe or spread onto the set raspberry jelly layer.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg
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