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Limoncello Mascarpone Cake

Savory Limoncello Mascarpone Cake Recipe for Dessert Lovers


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  • Author: souzanfood
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Delight in this Limoncello Mascarpone Cake recipe perfect for dessert lovers seeking a deliciously unique treat bursting with fresh flavors


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon of baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon of salt
  • ¾ cup of unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¼ cup of limoncello
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 cup of mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup of heavy cream

  • Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in the zest and limoncello.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
  • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  • Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  • Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until smooth.
  • Once cooled, layer the cake on a serving plate and spread frosting in between layers and on top.
  • Notes

    A delightful Limoncello Mascarpone Cake inspired by the sun-drenched terraces of Amalfi. Perfect for gatherings and special occasions.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: Dessert
    • Cuisine: Italian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 8 servings
    • Calories: 320
    • Sugar: 26g
    • Fat: 15g
    • Carbohydrates: 45g
    • Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 4g