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Ingredients
- 1 x Pistachio Sponge
- 1 c. Blanched pistachios
- 3/4 c. Cake flour
- 4 x Large eggs separated
- 3/4 c. Sugar
- 1 tsp Grated lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp Almond extract
- 1 x Orange Ganache
- 12 ounce Chocolate, finely cut
- 1 c. Heavy whipped cream
- 3 Tbsp. Orange Liqueur
- 1 x Candied Orange Filling
- 1/2 c. Candied orange peel
- 2 Tbsp. Orange Liqueur
- 1 x Whipped Cream
- 1 1/2 c. Heavy whipping cream
- 2 Tbsp. Sugar
- 2 Tbsp. Orange Liqueur
- 1 x Shaved Lowfat milk Chocolate
- 1 x Candied Orange Peel
- 1 x Blanched Pistachios
- 1 x Sugar, confectioners
- 1 x Moistening Syrup
- 1/2 c. Water
- 1/4 c. Sugar
- 3 Tbsp. Orange Liqueur
Directions
- This striking and unusual dessert utilizes three flavors that harmonize beautifully in taste and appearance.
- Preparing the Sponge. Butter a 9-inch diameter x 2 1/2 - to - inch deep springform pan and line the bottom with a piece of parchment paper, cut to fit. Process the nuts in a food processor till very fine. Sift the cake flour over the nuts and combine. Whip the yolks, then whip in half the sugar till light in color and aerated. Whip the egg whites and salt on medium speed till white and opqaque.
- Increase the speed and whip in the remaining sugar. Continue whipping the whites till the whites hold a hard peak. Fold the yolks into the whites, then mix in the pistachio mix in two or possibly three additions. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake at 350 degrees F about 30 min. Remove from the pan and cold on a rack, on the paper.
- Preparing the Ganache. Place the chocolate in a bowl. Bring the cream to a boil and pour over the chocolate. Let stand 2 min, then whisk smooth and strain into another bowl. Chill, whisking till cold, but not set.
- Preparing the Syrup. Combine the water and sugar in a small pan and bring to a boil. Cold and stir in the orange liqueur.
- Preparing the Filling. Finely chop the peel and combine with the liqueur.
- Preparing the Whipped Cream. Combine the cream, sugar and liqueur and whip on medium speed till hard.
- Assembling. Using a sharp serrated knife, divide the Pistachio Sponge into two layers and place one on a cardboard. Moisten with half the syrup and spread with most of the Ganache, reserving some for a decoration. Drain the candied peel and distribute proportionately on the Ganache. Cover with a layer of whipped cream. Place the second layer on the cream and moisten with the remaining syrup. Cover the outside of the cake with the shipped cream and press the shavings against the side of the cake. Make a border of rosettes around the edge of the cake with the remaining Ganache and decorate the rosettes with cutouts of candied peel and some pistachios. Place some chipped pistachios in the center and dust them lightly with confectioners' sugar.
- Holding. Chill the cake for up to 6 hrs before serving.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 148g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 428 | |
| Calories from Fat 243 | 57% |
| Total Fat 28.43g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 15.88g | 64% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium 53mg | 2% |
| Potassium 383mg | 11% |
| Total Carbs 39.22g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.9g | 20% |
| Sugars 22.06g | 15% |
| Protein 8.79g | 14% |
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