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Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes

Decadent Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes for Sweet Moments

Indulge in these Raspberry Pistachio Mousse Cakes, a gluten-free dessert perfect for any sweet moment.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 42 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 100 g Ground Biscuit Digestive biscuits or graham crackers
  • 15 g Ground Pistachio Finely chopped almonds can be used
  • 40 g Butter Opt for unsalted butter
For the Raspberry Bavarois
  • 8.5 g Gelatin Leaves Bloom in cold water
  • 75 ml Milk Whole milk preferred
  • 37 g Caster Sugar Light brown sugar as an alternative
  • 45 g Egg Yolks Consider an egg replacer for vegan option
  • 75 g Raspberry Puree Fresh or frozen raspberries can be used
  • 150 g Whipped Cream Using heavy cream yields the best results
For the Pistachio Mousse
  • 50 g Pistachio Paste Substitute with homemade pistachio butter if needed
  • Additional Gelatin Necessary to stabilize the mousse
For Garnishing
  • Ground Pistachios A delightful finishing touch
  • Fresh Raspberries Brighten up your presentation

Equipment

  • 18cm round cake pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Fine sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Combine 100g of ground biscuits, 15g of ground pistachios, and 40g of melted unsalted butter until well mixed. Press firmly into the bottom of an 18cm round cake pan. Bake for 12.5 minutes, then cool.
  2. Bloom 8.5g of gelatin leaves in cold water. Heat 75ml of milk with 37g of caster sugar until warm. In another bowl, whisk 45g of egg yolks with sugar. Slowly incorporate heated milk. Cook over low heat until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat, stir in gelatin and 75g raspberry puree. Allow to cool.
  3. Once cooled to 65°C (149°F), fold in 150g of whipped cream until smooth. Pour over the cooled biscuit base. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set completely.
  4. For the pistachio mousse, heat 75ml of milk with 50g of pistachio paste until almost simmering. In another bowl, whisk 45g of egg yolks and 20g of sugar until pale. Gradually add pistachio mixture. Return to low heat until thickened. Add bloomed gelatin and mix until combined.
  5. Strain the pistachio mixture through a fine sieve. Let it cool slightly, then fold in 150g of whipped cream until fully integrated. Layer this over the set raspberry bavarois.
  6. Pour the pistachio mousse gently over the raspberry bavarois. Smooth the top. Cover and let chill in the refrigerator overnight.
  7. Once chilled, carefully remove from the pan. Decorate with ground pistachios and fresh raspberries. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your milk is heated just right and avoid over-whipping cream for the best mousse texture.

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