Chocolate and pistachio marble cake

Recipe Ingredients:

• 150 grams of butter
• 8 grams of vanilla sugar
• 150 grams of sugar
• A pinch of salt
• 4 eggs
• 150 grams of vanilla yogurt
• 50 grams of corn starch
• 200 grams of flour
• 15 grams of yeast
• 15 grams of bitter cocoa
• 150ml of water
• Dark chocolate
• Pistachios

Necessary Equipment:

• Oven preheated to 160 degrees Celsius
• 22cm diameter round cake mould
• Large bowl
• Electric or hand whisk
• Spatula
• Springform mold for melting chocolate in a bain-marie
• Mold for chopping pistachios

Preparation and Cooking Time:

• Preparation Time: About 20 minutes
• Cooking time: 45-50 minutes
• Total Time: Approximately 70-75 minutes

Step by Step Preparation:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat the oven to 160 degrees Celsius and prepare the cake mold by lightly buttering it and lining it with baking paper.
2. Preparation of the dough:
   • In a large bowl, beat the soft butter with the vanilla sugar and the sugar until the mixture is creamy and fluffy.
   • Add a pinch of salt and the eggs, one at a time, continuing to beat after each addition.
   • Add the vanilla yogurt to the mixture and mix well.
   • Add the corn starch, sifted flour and yeast, then mix the ingredients until you obtain a smooth mixture.
3. Creation of Marbled Layers:
   • Divide the dough into three equal parts.
   • Dissolve the bitter cocoa in the hot water and add it to one of the parts of the dough, mixing well until you obtain a uniform color.
   • Pour a layer of white paste into the mold, followed by a layer of cocoa paste, a layer of white paste and finally a layer of cocoa paste.
   • Using a spatula, lightly mix the layers of dough to create a marbled effect.
4. Cooking the Cake:
   • Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Once cooked, remove the cake from the oven and leave it to cool in the mold for a few minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Final Decoration:
   • Melt the dark chocolate in a bain-marie until you obtain a smooth and creamy consistency.
   • Pour the melted chocolate evenly onto the surface of the marbled cake.
   • Sprinkle the chopped pistachios on the surface of the melted chocolate.
6. Service and Tasting:
   • Once the chocolate has solidified, cut the cake into generous slices and serve it as an irresistible dessert.
   • Accompany the cake with a cup of coffee or tea for a moment of pure taste pleasure.

Who is this recipe for: This recipe is perfect for chocolate lovers and for those who want to prepare an impressive looking dessert without too much difficulty. It is also suitable for special occasions or to delight guests during parties and birthdays.

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