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How to Make a Beautiful Mixed Berry Pistachio Layer Cake with Creamy Filling and Fresh Fruit Topping

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A stunning and delicious mixed berry pistachio layer cake filled with a creamy filling and topped with fresh berries. Perfect for special occasions and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely ground
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for filling)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground pistachios.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  8. For the filling, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  9. To assemble, place one cake layer on a plate. Spread with a third of the creamy filling. Repeat with remaining layers.
  10. Top the cake with fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and chopped pistachios.
  11. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving to set the filling.

Notes

  • You can use frozen berries, but fresh gives the best texture and appearance.
  • For a stronger pistachio flavor, add a drop of pistachio extract to the batter.
  • Make ahead and refrigerate up to 2 days before serving.

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Keywords: pistachio cake, berry cake, layer cake, summer dessert, cream cheese filling

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