Description
A show-stopping no-bake cake that layers crunchy caramelized pistachio-almond sheets with silky rose mascarpone cream. Inspired by baklava, elevated with floral notes and elegant texture.
Ingredients
Nut-Caramel Layers
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200 g roasted pistachios, chopped
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100 g roasted almonds, chopped
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2 tbsp white sesame seeds
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180 ml honey
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100 g granulated sugar
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80 g unsalted butter
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1 tbsp rose water (optional)
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Pinch of sea salt
Rose Whipped Cream
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500 ml cold heavy cream
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250 g mascarpone cheese, chilled
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70 g powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp rose water (optional)
For Assembly & Decoration
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Extra chopped pistachios
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Dried rosebuds or one edible rose
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Extra honey for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare Nut-Caramel Layers
Line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, sugar, and honey. Let it bubble, then stir in pistachios, almonds, sesame seeds, cinnamon, salt, and rose water. Cook for 2–3 minutes until sticky and golden.
Spread into 3 equal rectangles (~18×12 cm) on the tray. Let cool completely until crisp. -
Make Rose Cream
Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. In a separate bowl, beat mascarpone with powdered sugar, vanilla, and rose water. Gently fold in the whipped cream. Chill until needed. -
Assemble the Cake
Place one nut-caramel rectangle on a serving plate. Spread one-third of the cream on top. Repeat with remaining layers and cream. -
Decorate & Chill
Top with chopped pistachios, add a rosebud in the center, and optionally drizzle with honey. Chill 4–6 hours or overnight. Slice gently and serve.
Notes
For easier slicing, dip your knife in hot water and wipe dry before cutting. You can replace rose water with orange blossom water for a different floral touch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: Chill Time: 4–6 hours /Cook Time: 5min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg