Description
This Limoncello Mascarpone Cake is a delightful treat combining the refreshing flavors of lemons and rich mascarpone, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick) very soft
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- ½ cup mascarpone room temperature
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all‑purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
- ¼ cup limoncello
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup mascarpone cold
- ½ cup heavy cream cold
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½–2/3 cup lemon curd good-quality
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 340°F.
- Grease and line the base of an 8-inch round tin with parchment paper, and lightly flour the sides.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
You can substitute limoncello with lemon juice for a non-alcoholic version.
Serving with fresh berries can enhance the flavor and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg