Mango Lassi Inspired Layer Cake
This moist, aromatic layer cake captures the essence of the classic Indian yogurt drink, featuring cardamom-infused sponge, lush mango curd, and a tangy Greek yogurt frosting.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2.5 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- 1.5 tsp ground cardamom freshly ground preferred
- 1 cup Greek yogurt full fat, room temperature
- 1.5 cup mango puree Kesar or Alphonso variety recommended
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1.5 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 16 oz cream cheese softened for frosting
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar adjusted to taste
- 0.25 cup pistachios crushed for garnish
Notes
Store the cake in the refrigerator due to the yogurt and cream cheese frosting; it stays moist for up to 3 days. For a more intense mango flavor, reduce 1 cup of mango puree on the stove by half before adding to the batter. You can make the sponges a day in advance and wrap them in plastic wrap once cooled.