The cake consists of a delightful pistachio sponge cake at the bottom, topped with a crispy crunch made with homemade pistachio paste, white chocolate, and paillette feuilletine, followed by a smooth and silky white chocolate and lime mousse and fresh raspberries.

Beautifully decorated in white, red, and green colors, this Pistachio Raspberry Lime Mousse Cake looks really impressive and very festive. The recipe is quite easy to prepare and will surely delight your family and friends.

For other desserts in red, white, and green colors you may also like these Christmas Swirl Cookies or these Marbled Icing Sugar Cookies.

Hope you will give this mousse cake recipe a try. If you do, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram. Would love to see how it turned out for you. Enjoy!

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Pistachio Raspberry Lime Mousse Cake

Pistachio Raspberry Lime Mousse Cake -a delicate and elegant cake perfect for Christmas or New Year's Eve with a delightful flavor and texture. Having in mind the three Christmas colors, green, white and red, I created this amazing dessert with this amazing flavor combination of roasted pistachios, lime, white chocolate and fresh raspberries. This cake is very light and simply bursts with flavor in each bite.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword Christmas Cake, christmas dessert, Holiday cake, lime mousse cake, pistachio cake, pistachio raspberry lime mousse cake, pistachio white chocolate cake, winter holidays cake

Prep Time 40 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour

Servings 12 servings

Calories 403kcal

Ingredients

Makes about 12 servings

Pistachio Sponge Cake

• 2 eggs, separated
• 1/3 cup (70g) sugar
• 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
• 2/3 cup (70g) roasted pistachios, ground
• 2 tbsp (20g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp (5g) pistachio extract

For Pistachio Paste

• 1 cup (100g) pistachios, toasted
• 1 tbsp (8g) powdered sugar
• 1/4 tsp (1g) salt

For the crunch

• 1 cup (80g) Paillete Feuilletine or corn flakes
• 1.5 oz (45g) white chocolate, melted
• 1/2 tsp (3g) pistachio extract

White Chocolate Lime Mousse

• 8 oz (230g) white chocolate, cut in small pieces
• 2/3 cup (160g) whipping cream
• 2 tsp (8g) gelatin powder
• 3 tbsp (45 ml) cold water
• Zest of a lime
• 1 ½ cup (360g) whipping cream (35% fat), chilled
• 4 oz (120g) fresh raspberries

For decorating

• Fresh rosemary
• fresh raspberries
• white chocolate truffles
• powdered sugar

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 300F (150C). Toast the 1 ⅔ cups (170g) raw pistachios for 10 minutes. Divide 2/3 cup (70g) for the sponge cake and 1 cup (100g) for the pistachio paste.
• Prepare the pistachio sponge cake. Preheat the oven to 325F (160C). Grease with butter a 8 inch (20cm) pan and line with parchment paper.
• Separate whites from yolks. Add salt over the whites and start whipping until foamy.
• Gradually add sugar and continue whipping until soft peaks form.
• Gently fold in beaten egg yolks, ground toasted pistachios and flour.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 17-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Don’t overbake.
• Cool completely.
• Prepare the pistachio paste. Place the remaining toasted pistachios into the bowl of a food processor. Add powdered sugar and salt and process for about 5 minutes until it gets into a thick paste.
• Transfer the paste into a medium bowl. Add melted chocolate and pistachio extract and mix to combine.  Add pailleté feuilletine and mix to combine.
• Spread the pistachio crunch on top of the pistachio cake leaving a ½ inch (1cm) border.
• Refrigerate until the mousse is prepared.
• Prepare the white chocolate and lime mousse. In a heatproof bowl add the white chocolate and 2/3 cup  (160g) whipping cream. Place the bowl over a saucepan with simmering water, over low heat, until all the chocolate is melted.
• Meanwhile dissolve gelatin in cold water and let it swell for about 5 to 10 minutes. Place the gelatin over low heat just until the gelatin dissolves and pour it over the melted chocolate mixture. Add lime zest, mix to combine and let the chocolate mixture cool completely at room temperature.
• Whip the remaining 1 1/2 cup (360g) chilled whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add melted white chocolate mixture and mix until well combined.
• Transfer the mousse into a piping bag fitted with ½ inch (1cm) plain tip.
• Add a ring around the cake and line with an acetate sheet. Pipe a bit of mousse on the edges and on top of the crunch.
• Arrange the fresh raspberries and cover with remaining mousse.
• Refrigerate the cake for 4-6 hours or better overnight.
• Decorate the cake with fresh rosemary, fresh raspberries, white chocolate truffles and dust with powdered sugar. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 403kcal | Carbohydrates: 33.5g | Protein: 7.6g | Fat: 28.1g | Saturated Fat: 13.9g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sugar: 22.4g

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The filling of Key Lime Pie is undoubtedly the star of the show. It is a heavenly blend of sweet and tangy flavors, with a silky-smooth texture that melts in your mouth.

Not only is the taste of this dessert exceptional, but its preparation is also a breeze. The filling is easily prepared with sweetened condensed milk and other simple ingredients, requiring only a few minutes of baking time. Once the baking process is complete, it is crucial to let the pie chill for several hours to ensure that it sets correctly and delivers the perfect consistency.

How to make Key Lime Pie

The first step is to prepare the crust by blending biscuits/graham crackers in a food processor until crumbs form, stirring in sugar and melted butter, and then pressing the mixture onto the bottom and sides of an 8-9 inch pie pan. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes and allow it to cool for about 15 minutes.

Next, prepare the filling by whisking egg yolks with lime zest until creamy and light yellow colored. Add condensed milk and lime juice and stir until well combined. Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and bake for 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely at room temperature and then refrigerate the pie for several hours or overnight.

Finally, before serving, prepare the whipped cream by whipping cream until soft peaks form, incorporate powdered sugar, and continue whipping until stiff peaks form. Place the whipped cream into a piping bag fitted with a 1M star tip and use it to decorate the pie. Sprinkle some lime zest on top if desired.

While many recipes call for whipping cream as a topping, the classic version of Key Lime Pie includes a meringue topping. You can even try different toppings to add your personal touch to this timeless dessert. If you’re curious about making the perfect meringue topping, try the recipe I used for the S’mores Tart. It’s sure to impress your taste buds and those of your guests!

Key Lime Pie is a dessert that never goes out of style. With its delicate flavors and easy preparation, it’s the perfect addition to any gathering or special occasion. So go ahead and give it a try, and let me know how it turns out! If you do, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram, would love to see your take on it.

Other fruity tarts you may like to try

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with our Strawberry Basil Panna Cotta Tart, featuring a layer of strawberry jelly, a silky smooth basil-infused panna cotta, and a crisp almond tart shell. You may also like to try another burst of zesty citrus flavor with our Lemon Meringue Tart, consisting of a buttery pastry crust, tangy lemon filling, and fluffy, toasted meringue topping. Elevate your dessert game with our Cream Tart, a trendy and customizable treat featuring two layers of crispy cookies filled with sweet cream and fresh fruit.

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Key Lime Pie

Key Lime Pie is an elegant and delicate dessert perfect for holidays or any other occasion. It has a smooth, silky, tart and sweet filling that makes a great impression everywhere.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword classic key lime pie, key lime pie, lime desserts, lime pie, sweetened condensed milk dessert

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 10 servings

Calories 344kcal

Ingredients

Crust

• 7 oz (200g) digestive biscuits or graham crackers
• 2 tbsp (30g) sugar
• 5 tbsp (70g) butter , melted

Filling

• 4 egg yolks
• 1 can (14 oz -397g) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup (120ml) lime juice
• 1 tbsp lime zest

Topping

• 1 cup (240g) whipping cream
• 1 tbsp (10g) powdered sugar

Instructions

Prepare the crust.

• Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Place the biscuits/graham crackers into the bowl of a food processor. Blend until crumbs form. Transfer the crumbs into a bowl, stir in sugar and melted butter.
• Press the mixture onto the bottom and sides of a 8-9 inch (20-23cm) pie pan.
• Bake for 8-10 minutes and let to cool on a rack for about 15 minutes. 

Prepare the filling.

• In a large bowl whisk egg yolks with lime zest until creamy and light yellow colored. Stir in condensed milk and lime juice until well combined.
• Pour the mixture over the cooled crust and bake for 15 minutes.
• Let pie cool completely at room temperature and then refrigerate for several hours or better overnight.
• Before serving whip the cream until soft peaks form. Incorporate powder sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
• Place the whipped cream into a piping bag fitted with 1M (½ inch-1cm) star tip and decorate the pie. Sprinkle some lime zest on top if desired.
• Keep leftover pie refrigerated.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 38.4g | Protein: 5.8g | Fat: 19.4g | Saturated Fat: 9.7g | Cholesterol: 131mg | Sugar: 30g

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This drink is perfect for a relaxing time with your family or friends and even parties. You can even add some rum or gin and make an unforgettable cocktail ready for the party.

If you don’t like to feel pieces of pomegranate or melon in your drink just combine melon puree with lime juice, sugar, and water, serve over ice cubes, and garnish with mint leaves.  You will love this Melon Mojito, I am sure of it. Wish you all a wonderful summer.

How to make melon mojito

To whip up this refreshing melon mojito, start by cutting 4 melon slices into 1-inch pieces. Then, puree the melon in a food processor until it’s smooth, yielding about 1 cup of melon puree. Additionally, cut 1 slice into small pieces for serving purposes.

Next, in a bowl, combine lime juice and sugar, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Add fresh mint leaves to the mixture and gently mash them with a muddler to release their aromatic oils.

In a pitcher, combine the melon puree with the lime-mint mixture and water, stirring until everything is well incorporated.

When you’re ready to serve, fill your glasses halfway with ice cubes. Add a handful of pomegranate seeds, along with the small pieces of melon and additional mint leaves for garnish. Finally, pour the melon lemonade mixture into each glass, and enjoy this delightful and refreshing melon mojito!

Hope you will try this Melon Mojito. If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. For more beverage ideas check our full collection of Drinks.

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Melon Mojito

We all love serving a cold refreshing drink on hot summer days and melon mojito is one of these. Here is quick and easy recipe for this flavorful drink.

Course Drinks

Cuisine Cuban

Keyword melon drink, melon mojito, mojito, summer drink

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 5 servings

Calories 105kcal

Ingredients

• 4 cups (1 quart) water or sparkling water
• 5 slices melon , peeled and seeded
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 4 limes  , juiced
• 4 tbsp pomegranate seeds
• Fresh mint leaves
• Ice cubes

• Rum , optional

Instructions

• Cut 4 melon slices in 1 inch pieces. Puree melon in a food processor until smooth. You need about 1 cup of melon puree. Cut 1 slice in small pieces for serving.
  
• Place lime juice and sugar into a bowl and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Add fresh mint leaves and gently mash with a muddler.
  
• Combine melon puree with lime mixture and water in a pitcher.
•  When serving fill your glasses halfway with ice cubes. Add pomegranate seeds, small melon pieces, mint leaves and melon lemonade. Enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 5 | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 29.2g | Protein: 1.1g | Fat: 0.2g | Sugar: 21.9g

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How to make apricot ginger lemonade

Combine the lime juice mixture with the apricot puree, grated ginger, and water to make the lemonade. Add ice to serving glasses, fill each glass with the lemonade, and garnish with lime pieces or slices. Serve immediately.

Hope you will try this apricot ginger lemonade. If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. For more beverage ideas check our full collection of Drinks.

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Apricot Ginger Lemonade - Sun-Fun Lemonade

The hot summer days are here. Everything is melting under the sun burning light: the time, your daily tasks, your deadlines, your schedule, even the horizon on the burning flames. For these special moments we suggest you this refreshing sun-fun lemonade. It's the magical kiss between an apricot and sweet-smelling ginger in the ice cold water. It's a truly delight. Enjoy!

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword apricot ginger lemonade, apricot lemonade, ginger lemonade, lemonade, lime lemonade, summer lemonade, sun fun lemonade

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 5 servings

Calories 95kcal

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 4-5 medium limes)
• 1/4 cup honey , or more to taste
• 1 tbsp grated peeled fresh ginger
• 3/4 cup apricot puree (about 5-6 fresh ripe apricots)
• 4 cups cold water
• Ice cubes for serving

Instructions

• Peel and grate the ginger on the smaller grating slots of the grater.
• Place lime juice and honey into a bowl or pitcher and stir until combined.
• Peel apricots and mash them with a fork,  no need for a fool mash. (Make sure the apricots are ripe either wise  it will be difficult to mash)  
• To make the lemonade combine lime juice mixture with the apricot puree, ginger and add water.
• Add ice to serving glasses and fill each glass with lemonade. Garnish with lime pieces or slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 5 | Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 25.5g | Protein: 0.8g | Fat: 0.2g | Sugar: 20.9g

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First, you make the tea and refrigerate to chill overnight. Before serving add gin, and ice cubes in the serving glasses, pour the tea and garnish with mint, lemon or lime slices and serve.

Cold peppermint tea with gin turns out to be an amazing Summer Tea Cocktail that is very refreshing and perfect for hot summer evenings.

How to make Summer Ice Tea Cocktail

To make a refreshing iced tea, start by bringing a large saucepan of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add tea bags. Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to fully infuse. After 5 minutes, remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until it is completely dissolved.

Transfer the sweetened tea to the refrigerator to chill. For best results, let it chill overnight to ensure it is thoroughly cooled.

When you are ready to serve the iced tea, you can add a splash of gin for an extra twist if desired. Fill serving glasses with ice and pour the chilled tea over the ice. Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves, and slices of lemon and lime for a burst of citrus flavor and a visually appealing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy the cool, refreshing taste of homemade iced tea.

Hope you will try this Summer Ice Tea Cocktail. If you do, make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram.

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Summer Tea Cocktail

This summer tea drink is very easy to make, can be served without gin for just a cooling drink or with gin to turn it into an exciting summertime tea cocktail.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword cocktail, drink, gin, ice tea, lemon, lime, mint, peppermint, summer, tea

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 98kcal

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 4 bags of Peppermint tea
• 5 tbsp sugar
• Fresh mint leaves
• Lime and lemon slices
• 1/4 cup Gin , optional
• Ice cubes

Instructions

• In a large saucepan bring the water to a boil. Remove from heat and add tea bags. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar. 
• Refrigerate until chilled. I let it overnight.  
• Before serving add gin if desired. Add ice in the serving glasses, pour the tea and garnish with mint, lemon and lime slices and serve.  

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving out of 4 | Calories: 98kcal | Carbohydrates: 15.8g | Sugar: 15.7g

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