27 December 2025

Ultimate Pistachio Layer Cake with Creamy Filling

Name: Ultimate Pistachio Layer Cake with Creamy Filling
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 6 h 45 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 50 g all-purpose flour; 70 g icing sugar; 20 g cornstarch; 60 g pistachio powder; 4 pieces egg whites (room temperature); 0.5 tsp cream of tartar; 40 g granulated sugar; 4 pieces egg yolks (room temperature); 0.5 tsp vanilla extract; 30 ml milk; 30 ml vegetable oil; 80 g white chocolate; 70 ml heavy cream (warm); 15 g pistachio cream; 10 g unsalted butter; 120 g cream cheese or mascarpone; 200 g whipped cream; 30 g pistachio cream; 20 g pistachio powder

Baking Room adapted by JojoM

Ultimate Pistachio Layer Cake

This ultimate pistachio layer cake features a soft, airy pistachio sponge with silky pistachio ganache and a light pistachio cream. It chills into clean layers that slice neatly for birthdays and special occasions.

Why This Recipe Works

A meringue-based sponge keeps the cake tender without heaviness, while pistachio powder and cream deliver a deep nutty flavor. Chilling the assembled cake firms the creams so the layers stay distinct and creamy.

Ingredients Overview

Pistachio powder flavors the sponge and the cream, while pistachio cream adds a rich, nutty boost to the fillings. White chocolate and butter create a smooth ganache that spreads cleanly between layers.

How to Make Pistachio Layer Cake

Bake the thin pistachio sponge, cool fully, then cut into even layers. Spread pistachio ganache and pistachio cream between layers, finishing with a smooth cream top. Chill long enough for the cake to set before slicing.

Tips, Variations, and Storage

Chill the cake overnight for the cleanest slices. For extra pistachio aroma, lightly toast the pistachio powder before using. Store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Prep Time

45 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

405 mins

Servings

Comments & Reviews

Mina T.
12/27/2025
I used mascarpone and it stayed light and smooth.
Leo R.
12/27/2025
Soft sponge and creamy filling, felt like a bakery cake.
Nadia K.
12/27/2025
The layers set beautifully after chilling and the pistachio flavor popped.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice

Calories 360

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 22g28%

Saturated Fat 9g45%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 120mg40%

Sodium 150mg7%

Total Carbohydrates 34g12%

Dietary Fiber 2g7%

Sugars 22g

Protein 7g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.