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Pistachio Cake with Chocolate Ganache

Delightful Pistachio Cake with Chocolate Ganache Bliss

This Flourless Pistachio Cake with Chocolate Ganache is a gluten-free treat that melts in your mouth, perfect for special occasions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Pistachio Flour Finely ground is best.
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Can be substituted with more pistachio flour.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Do not reduce this amount.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Optional but highly recommended!
  • 4 large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened, not fully melted.
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can swap for neutral oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Pistachio Extract Optional.
For the Ganache
  • 6 ounces Dark Chocolate (60-70%) Chopped.
  • 3 ounces Milk Chocolate (30-35%) Chopped.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pan
  • Small Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by buttering it and lining with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together the pistachio flour, almond flour, cornstarch, and fine sea salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Combine granulated sugar and orange zest in a separate bowl, rubbing them together to release fragrant oils.
  4. Whip the eggs on medium-high speed until frothy, then gradually add the sugar mixture until pale and thick.
  5. Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan and add the extra virgin olive oil; drizzle into the egg mixture and fold gently.
  6. Fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the ganache, warm the heavy cream until simmering, then pour over the chopped dark and milk chocolate. Stir until melted and glossy.
  10. Once the cake is cool, pour the ganache over the top, letting it drizzle down the sides. Chill for 30 minutes to set.
  11. Decorate with slivered pistachios and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal results. You can customize the recipe by adding fruit or whipped cream.

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