Pistachio Raspberry Mousse Cake Recipe

Begin by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a round baking pan with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until the mixture is pale and fluffy. This process takes about 5 minutes.

Gradually add sifted flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture. Fold in the melted butter gently. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely.

Soak the gelatin in 50 milliliters (3 tablespoons) of water for about 5 to 10 minutes until softened. In a blender, combine the pistachios and sugar, blending until you achieve a fine paste. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, then add the pistachio paste and mix well.

Heat the mixture over a double boiler until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the softened gelatin until fully melted. Allow this to cool to room temperature.

Finally, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, and gently fold it into the cooled pistachio mixture. Pour the mousse over the cooled cake base and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.

In a saucepan, combine the fresh raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the raspberries break down and the mixture thickens slightly. If desired, press through a fine sieve for a smoother texture.

Soak the gelatin in 50 milliliters (3 tablespoons) of water. Once softened, add it to the raspberry mixture and stir well. Allow to cool to room temperature before spreading it over the set pistachio mousse.

In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip until soft peaks form, being careful not to overwhip. Once the raspberry confit is set on the mousse, gently spread the vanilla cream on top for a beautiful finish.

To serve, remove the cake from the pan and carefully peel off the parchment paper. Slice the cake using a sharp knife dipped in warm water for clean cuts. Enjoy this elegant dessert with a cup of tea or coffee!