In this comprehensive guide, we present a journey into the realm of culinary delight, where we explore the art of crafting a delectable delicacy known as "Pistachio Poundcake with Strawberries". This treat embodies a harmonious blend of flavors, a symphony of textures, and a visual masterpiece that is sure to impress. As we embark on this culinary adventure, we will delve into the intricacies of selecting the finest ingredients, mastering the techniques, and creating a dessert that will captivate the senses and leave your taste buds yearning for more.
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PISTACHIO POUNDCAKE WITH STRAWBERRIES
Ground pistachios give this loaf cake a lovely nutty flavor, green hue and tender crumb. It's adapted from the cookbook "Sweeter Off the Vine," by Yossy Arefi, which often incorporates Middle Eastern ingredients in unexpected and appealing ways. Top slices of the cake with juicy macerated strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream. If you can't find lavender buds, use 1 tablespoon of finely chopped mint or basil leaves. But do not add the chopped herbs to the mortar with the sugar. Instead, toss them with the berries right before serving.
Provided by Emily Weinstein
Categories cakes, dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare the cake: Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 325 degrees. Grease and flour a 9-x-5-x-3-inch loaf pan.
- Grind the pistachios in a food processor just until they resemble coarse meal. Be careful to not grind them into pistachio butter. Add the flour, baking powder and salt, and pulse until combined.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat the butter on medium-high speed until smooth, then, with the mixer still running, slowly stream in the sugar. Cream the butter and sugar together until very light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating for 30 seconds after each addition. Occasionally stop the mixer and scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing. Add the vanilla and almond extracts.
- With the mixer on low speed, add half the flour mixture, then the milk, and finally the remaining flour mixture, mixing until just combined. Finish mixing the batter by hand with a rubber spatula. Make sure to scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake until cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 55 to 65 minutes. Cool 15 minutes in the pan, then remove the cake to a rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the strawberries: Combine sugar, lavender and vanilla seeds in a mortar and grind with a pestle until the lavender is broken up into fine bits and the sugar is fragrant.
- Hull the strawberries and slice in half if they are small, or in quarters if they are larger. Combine the sliced berries and sugar mixture in a bowl and stir gently. Let macerate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature before serving.
- To serve, slice the cooled cake into thick pieces and top each slice with a generous spoonful of berries and their juices. Top with whipped cream. Extra cake keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 548, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 278 milligrams, Sugar 44 grams, TransFat 1 gram
STRAWBERRY & PISTACHIO OLIVE OIL CAKE
Try this versatile strawberry and pistachio cake made with olive oil and polenta or cornmeal. Perfect for afternoon tea or dessert, it's also gluten-free
Provided by Anna Glover
Categories Afternoon tea, Dessert
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Oil and line the base of a 23cm cake tin. Put 200g of the pistachios in a blender, and whizz until it looks like ground almonds.
- Whisk the sugar and eggs together with an electric whisk until pale and fluffy - this should take about 5 mins. Add the olive oil, continually whisking, then fold in the ground pistachios, cornmeal or polenta and baking powder with a pinch of salt. Fold in the strawberries, then scrape into the tin. Roughly chop the remaining pistachios and scatter over the top.
- Bake for 50-55 mins until golden and risen. Leave to cool in the tin to room temperature before transferring to a cake stand or plate. Dust with icing sugar and serve with crème fraîche or yogurt and extra strawberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Fat 33 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 23 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium
POUNDCAKE AND STRAWBERRIES
A hard man I know made this dessert once out of supermarket cake and industrial strawberries, to serve small children who were maybe slightly afraid of him. They gurgled with delight when he slid bowls of it before them: the cake cut into large cubes and served beneath the macerated strawberries, with fresh whipped cream. This formed a bond between them all. In the crowd in which I run, poundcake and strawberries has since become a spring and summer standard, the cake home-made and, when we're lucky, the strawberries gathered from fields nearby. But not always. A supermarket version is a worthy substitute.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories dessert
Time 2h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a bowl or a standing mixer, beat the butter until it is creamed, then add the sugar, beating until it is well mixed. Beat the eggs in a bowl and add them to the mixture. Add the salt. Add the flour, a little bit at a time, and then the vanilla, the lemon zest and juice, mixing to incorporate.
- Grease and flour a Bundt pan or two cake pans. Pour in the batter. Bake for approximately 1 1/4 hours, or until a knife inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Turn the cake out and allow to cool on a rack.
- Cut the cake into large cubes. Combine strawberries with sugar in a bowl and allow to sit for 20 to 30 minutes. Put strawberries on top of cake. Top with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 327, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 75 milligrams, Sugar 23 grams, TransFat 1 gram
PISTACHIO POUND CAKE
Chef Raymond Vandergaag dresses up this citrusy cake with whipped cream and truffled honey, an unnecessary but welcome gilding of the lily.
Provided by Raymond Vandergaag
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Arrange a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 325°F. Coat a 9x5x3" loaf pan with nonstick spray. Dust pan with flour; tap out excess.
- Whisk 2 cups flour, salt, and baking powder in a medium bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes. Add sugar; beat until well incorporated, 1-2 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating to blend between additions. Add juices and zests; beat until well combined (mixture will look curdled), 2-3 minutes. Add dry ingredients; reduce speed to low and beat just until blended. Fold in 3/4 cup pistachios. Pour batter into prepared pan; smooth top. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup pistachios over.
- Bake cake, rotating halfway through, until a tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 1 1/2 hours. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely in pan. Run a sharp knife around sides to loosen; unmold cake. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
Tips:
- To achieve a moist and dense pound cake, use room temperature ingredients. This allows them to combine more evenly, resulting in a smooth batter.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can cause the cake to become tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh, ripe strawberries and pure vanilla extract will make a big difference in the taste of the cake.
- To prevent the cake from sticking to the pan, grease and flour the pan before adding the batter.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Do not overbake, as this can dry out the cake.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting. This will help the frosting to set properly.
- For a neater appearance, use a piping bag to apply the frosting to the cake.
Conclusion:
This pistachio pound cake with strawberries is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The moist and dense cake is studded with sweet strawberries and topped with a creamy pistachio frosting. With its vibrant green color and delicate flavor, this cake is sure to impress your guests.
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