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Limoncello Mascarpone Cake

Limoncello Mascarpone Cake: Delightfully Creamy Citrus Bliss

Indulge in a Limoncello Mascarpone Cake that's both zesty and creamy, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free blend works too.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Use fresh for the best results.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Essential for fluffiness.
  • 1 tsp Salt Fine sea salt is a great choice.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter At room temperature for easy creaming.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be a lower-glycemic substitute.
  • 4 Eggs Room temperature eggs mix better.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure extract adds depth.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Fresh zest is key.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with yogurt or milk mixed with vinegar.
  • 0.5 cup Limoncello Omit for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 0.25 cup Lemon Juice Feel free to use lime juice for variety.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Blend with cream cheese for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Must be chilled for proper whipping.
  • 0.5 cup Powdered Sugar Use organic for a refined taste.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prep Oven & Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans and line with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Cream Butter & Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Incorporate vanilla and lemon zest.
  4. Step 4: Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk together buttermilk, Limoncello, and lemon juice in a separate bowl.
  5. Step 5: Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Bake Cakes: Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Step 7: Frosting Preparation: In a chilled bowl, whip mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, Limoncello, vanilla, and lemon juice until thick.
  8. Step 8: Assemble Cake: Place one layer on a platter, frost top, add second layer, and frost the entire cake.
  9. Step 9: Garnish (Optional): Decorate with fresh lemon zest, mint, or candied lemon slices for an elegant touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light and airy.

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