Description
Pistachio Caprese Cake is a naturally gluten-free Italian dessert made with finely ground pistachios and rich dark chocolate, featuring a moist, tender crumb and an intense nutty flavor perfect for special occasions or elegant gatherings.
Ingredients
- 200 g shelled unsalted pistachios, finely ground
- 150 g high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 150 g unsalted butter, softened
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Line the bottom of a 20 cm (8-inch) springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
- Grind the pistachios in a food processor until very fine but not oily. Set aside.
- Melt the dark chocolate over simmering water or in short microwave bursts. Stir until smooth and let cool slightly.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in the melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the ground pistachios and salt until evenly combined.
- In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the batter in three additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the center is just set and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely in the pan before removing. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Notes
- Do not over-process the pistachios to prevent them from turning into paste.
- A slight sinking in the center is normal for flourless cakes.
- The cake tastes even better the next day as flavors develop.
- Allow refrigerated cake to come to room temperature before serving.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days refrigerated or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
