Ingredients
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For the Almond Sponge:
- 3 large eggs
- 75g granulated sugar
- 50g almond flour
- 50g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
For the Pistachio Mousse:
- 200g pistachio paste
- 200g heavy cream
- 75g white chocolate, chopped
- 2 tsp gelatin powder
- 2 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp sugar
For the Raspberry Gel:
- 200g fresh raspberries (or frozen)
- 75g sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp gelatin powder
- 2 tbsp water
For the Pistachio Base:
- 100g roasted pistachios, crushed
- 50g butter, melted
- 30g sugar
- 100g shortbread biscuits (or graham crackers), crushed
For the Decoration:
- Fresh raspberries
- Crushed pistachios
- Edible gold leaf (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Almond Sponge
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Mix the Eggs and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 5 minutes, so be patient and let the mixture triple in volume.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the almond flour, all-purpose flour, and baking powder together. Gradually fold these dry ingredients into the egg mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the batter.
- Bake the Sponge: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the sponge to cool completely before removing it from the pan.
Step 2: Make the Pistachio Mousse
- Prepare the Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- Melt the White Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, melt the white chocolate over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring occasionally until smooth.
- Whisk the Pistachio Paste: In a separate bowl, combine the pistachio paste with the sugar, stirring until smooth.
- Heat the Cream: In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the bloomed gelatin. Let it cool slightly before adding it to the pistachio mixture.
- Combine with Chocolate: Once the cream and gelatin mixture is combined with the pistachio paste, fold in the melted white chocolate.
- Whip the Mousse: Use a hand mixer to whip the pistachio mixture until it thickens and soft peaks form. Set aside in the fridge to chill for about 30 minutes before assembling.
Step 3: Make the Raspberry Gel
- Prepare the Gelatin: As with the pistachio mousse, sprinkle the gelatin over water and let it bloom.
- Cook the Raspberries: In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5-10 minutes until the raspberries break down and release their juices.
- Strain and Add Gelatin: Strain the raspberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds. Return the juice to the pan and heat it again. Stir in the bloomed gelatin until it dissolves.
- Cool the Gel: Allow the raspberry gel to cool to room temperature before using it in the entremet.
Step 4: Make the Pistachio Base
- Combine Ingredients: In a food processor, pulse the crushed pistachios, shortbread biscuits, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press into Molds: Press the mixture into the bottom of a tart ring or cake pan that you will use to assemble your entremet. Ensure the base is firm and compact. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Step 5: Assemble the Entremet
- Layer the Mousse: Once the pistachio mousse is thickened, spoon it over the pistachio base in your tart ring. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Add the Raspberry Gel: Spoon the cooled raspberry gel over the pistachio mousse, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the Sponge: Cut the almond sponge into a circle the size of your pan and place it on top of the raspberry gel. Press it down gently to ensure it sticks.
- Chill the Entremet: Chill the entire entremet in the fridge for at least 3 hours, or overnight for best results.
Step 6: Decorate and Serve
- Remove the Ring: Once the entremet is fully chilled and set, carefully remove the tart ring or cake pan.
- Add the Decoration: Top the entremet with fresh raspberries, crushed pistachios, and a touch of edible gold leaf for an elegant finishing touch.
- Serve: Slice with a sharp knife and serve chilled. This dessert pairs beautifully with a light dessert wine or coffee.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Chill Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 1 hr
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g